XOXO (film)
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| Directed by | Christopher Louie |
| Screenplay by | Dylan Meyer |
| Story by | Christopher Louie |
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| Cinematography | Damián Acevedo |
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| Music by | Aaron Drake |
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| Distributed by | Netflix |
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Running time | 92 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
XOXO is a 2016 American drama film directed by Christopher Louie. It is based on a story by Louie and is written by Dylan Meyer. The film stars Sarah Hyland, Graham Phillips, Brett DelBuono, Hayley Kiyoko, Colin Woodell, Ryan Hansen, Ione Skye, and Chris D'Elia. It was released on August 26, 2016, by Netflix.
Plot
The lives of six strangers collide during a frenetic night of romance and dream chasing when a young DJ is given a chance to perform at a festival.
Cast
- Sarah Hyland as Krystal
- Graham Phillips as Ethan
- Brett DelBuono as Tariq
- Hayley Kiyoko as Shannie
- Colin Woodell as Ray
- Ryan Hansen as Avilo
- Ione Skye as Ethan's Mom
- Chris D'Elia as Neil
- Ian Anthony Dale as Anders
- LaMonica Garret as Chopper
- Brianne Howey as Darla
- Medalion Rahimi as Nikki
- Sam Aotaki as Chelsea
- Peter Gilroy as Jayce
- Scotty Dickert as Bo/Drug guy
- Marci Miller as Alien girl
Music
Soundtrack
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| No. | Title | Music | Length |
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| 1. | "Make Me Feel" | Galantis and East & Young | 3:27 |
| 2. | "All I Ever Wanted" | Michael Brun (feat. Louie) | 4:13 |
| 3. | "Song From the Sun" | Yotto | 3:57 |
| 4. | "Momento" | Mambo Brothers | 7:36 |
| 5. | "Signal" | Zaxx | 3:41 |
| 6. | "Me & You" | Alok (feat. Iro) | 5:27 |
| 7. | "im Friends W 25 Letters of the Alphabet, I Dont Know Y" | graves & Dreamer | 2:57 |
| 8. | "Beats Knockin (Jack Ü Remixer)" | Skrillex & Diplo (feat. Fly Boi Keno) | 2:53 |
| 9. | "Keep It 100 (Keys N Krates Live Version)" | Grandtheft & Keys N Krates | 2:03 |
| 10. | "Ding Dong" | Hitchhiker | 2:36 |
| 11. | "Indian Summer" | Jai Wolf | 4:08 |
| 12. | "You & Me (Flume Remix)" | Disclosure (feat. Eliza Doolittle) | 4:42 |
| 13. | "Gold Dust" | Galantis | 3:54 |
| 14. | "Something About You (ODESZA Remix)" | Hayden James | 5:41 |
| 15. | "One Last Night On Earth" | Dada Life | 3:50 |
| 16. | "Home [Lane 8 Remix]" | Icarus (feat. AURORA) | 7:47 |
Production
In July 2015, it was announced Sarah Hyland, Chris D'Elia, and Graham Phillips, had joined the cast of the film, with Dylan Meyer writing the screenplay, while Netflix will produce and distribute the film.[1] That same month, Hayley Kiyoko and Colin Woodell joined the cast of the film, while Christopher Louie will direct the film.[2] In June 2016, Pete Tong joined the film as a producer and music supervisor.[3]
Sarah Hyland and Graham Phillips have confirmed that XOXO was filmed in multiple music festivals and raves.[citation needed]
Release
XOXO was made available through Netflix on August 26, 2016.
Reception
The film currently holds a 71% approval rating on review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes, based on seven reviews, with an average rating of 5.8/10. Nick Murray, writing in The Village Voice, opined that the film "may be as predictable as an EDM song, but it too offers pleasures to those willing to give themselves over to its rhythms."[4]
References
- ^ Jafaar, Ali (July 8, 2015). "Netflix Expands Its Indie Strategy With Slate Of New Acquisitions". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 4, 2016.
- ^ Gerard, Jermey (July 13, 2015). "Hayley Kiyoko Of 'CSI: Cyber' Is Cast In 'XOXO', Netflix' Indie-Fest Feature Project". Deadline.com. Retrieved August 4, 2016.
- ^ Brandle, Lars (June 20, 2016). "Pete Tong Joins Netflix Film 'XOXO' as Music Supervisor, Producer". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved August 4, 2016.
- ^ Murray, Nick (September 8, 2016). "'Dancing. Is. Important': Netflix's EDM Movie 'XOXO' Is a Transcendent Goof". The Village Voice. Retrieved September 9, 2016.
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