Rebel Wilson's Girl Group receives critical backlash

Rebel Wilson’s new musical comedy, Girl Group, has received critical backlash following its presentation at the Toronto International Film Festival. Written, directed, produced, and starring Wilson, the film follows Tassie Young, a former member of a 1990s British girl group called Gurlfriends. After a failed attempt at a solo career leads to personal decline, Tassie is tasked with mentoring a new generation of aspiring pop stars as part of court-mandated community service.

Critics have described the film as lacking coherence and pacing, noting that it attempts to capture the energy of Pitch Perfect but fails to achieve the same impact. Reviews suggest the plot is overcrowded with subplots involving proteges and rival coaches, leading to an underwhelming climax. While the film expresses affection for pop groups like the Spice Girls and Destiny’s Child, reviewers noted that the execution feels like an imitation of better musical comedies.