MaXXXine
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Directed byTi West
Written byTi West
Produced by
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CinematographyEliot Rockett
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Distributed byA24
CountryUnited States
LanguageEnglish

MaXXXine is an upcoming American slasher film written and directed by Ti West. It is the final installment of the X trilogy, following X and Pearl. The film stars Mia Goth, who reprises her role as Maxine (and also serves as producer), alongside Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Lily Collins, Halsey, Giancarlo Esposito, and Kevin Bacon. In the film, as the only survivor of a massacre, Maxine sets out for fame and success in 1980s Los Angeles.

MaXXXine is scheduled to be released in the United States by A24.

Premise

After surviving a massacre,[a] Maxine moves to Los Angeles in the early 1980s to pursue her dreams of becoming a famous actress.[1]

Cast

Production

Development

After the Midnight Madness showing of Pearl at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival, Ti West announced development for a third movie, titled MaXXXine. Following the announcement, the filmmaker released a teaser clip for the film.[2] West wrote the script and will direct the film as well, with Mia Goth reprising her role as Maxine from the first film.[3][4] In April 2023, Elizabeth Debicki, Moses Sumney, Michelle Monaghan, Bobby Cannavale, Lily Collins, Halsey, Giancarlo Esposito and Kevin Bacon joined the cast. The film was produced by Little Lamb and Mad Solar.[5] [6]

Filming

Principal photography took place from April to May 2023 in Los Angeles for seven weeks.[7][8][9]

Marketing

On September 13, 2022, a teaser trailer announcing a sequel to X, titled MaXXXine, was released shortly following the premiere of Pearl at the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival.[10] It featured the 1983 synth-pop song "Obsession" by Animotion.[11] Scott Wampler of Fangoria was delighted by the surprise announcement and called the teaser "Pitch-perfect, hall of fame-level".[12]

On May 1, 2023, a first-look image of Goth and Halsey in costume as their respective characters was shared on A24's and the film's social media accounts. They were captioned: "The life she deserves", referencing the personal mantra spoken throughout X by Maxine.[13] Glenn Rowley of Billboard noted Goth's dramatic costume shift from her "Little House on the Prairie-esque look" to a "tousled blonde mane and iridescent green windbreaker".[14]

Release

MaXXXine is expected to be released in 2024.[3][4]

Notes

  1. ^ Depicted during the events of X (2022)

References

  1. ^ Abdulbaki, Mae (October 28, 2022). "MaXXXine: Cast, Story & Everything We Know". Screen Rant. Archived from the original on March 14, 2023. Retrieved March 14, 2023.
  2. ^ Squires, John (September 13, 2022). "'MaXXXine' – A24 Announces Third Movie in Ti West's 'X' Franchise! [Teaser]". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on September 14, 2022. Retrieved April 12, 2023.
  3. ^ a b Fleming, Mike Jr (September 13, 2022). "Ti West Reveals X Trilogy Finale With MaXXXine Teaser Following Tonight's Pearl TIFF Midnight Madness Premiere: Watch". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 13, 2022. Retrieved September 13, 2022.
  4. ^ a b Dela Paz, Maggie (September 13, 2022). "MaXXXine Teaser: A24 Unveils Third Film in Ti West's X Horror Trilogy". ComingSoon.net. Archived from the original on April 13, 2023. Retrieved April 12, 2023.
  5. ^ Galuppo, Mia; Kit, Borys (April 5, 2023). "X Sequel MaXXXine Sets Cast with Elizabeth Debicki, Lily Collins". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on April 5, 2023. Retrieved April 5, 2023.
  6. ^ "Mia Goth Accused of Kicking 'MaXXXine' Background Actor in the Head in New Lawsuit". Variety.
  7. ^ Squires, John (April 11, 2023). "Filming Underway on Ti West's 'MaXXXine' Starring Mia Goth". Bloody Disgusting. Archived from the original on April 11, 2023. Retrieved April 11, 2023.
  8. ^ Murray, Emily (April 14, 2023). "MaXXXine set photos reveal first look at Mia Goth's return". Total Film. Archived from the original on April 18, 2023. Retrieved April 21, 2023.
  9. ^ Noraas, Dana (April 19, 2023). "MaXXXine: Cast, Filming, Plot Details, and Everything We Know About Mia Goth and Ti West's 80s Slasher". Collider.
  10. ^ "X Movie Sequel MaXXXine Announced With Teaser". comicbook.com. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
  11. ^ "Ti West is out for blood again in conclusion to X trilogy: MaXXXine". The A.V. Club. September 13, 2022. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
  12. ^ "Mia Goth Will Return In The Just-Announced MAXXXINE". FANGORIA. Retrieved May 27, 2023.
  13. ^ May 01, Clark Collis; EDT, 2023 at 12:26 PM. "Mia Goth's Maxine makes it to Hollywood in first look at 'X' sequel". EW.com. Retrieved May 29, 2023.((cite web)): CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link)
  14. ^ Rowley, Glenn (May 2, 2023). "Halsey Transports to '80s-Era Hollywood in 'MaXXXine' First Look". Billboard. Retrieved May 29, 2023.

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