What would happen if your favorite artist stepped behind the camera instead of into a recording booth? Some musicians have already dipping into filmmaking—Tyler, the Creator directs his own music videos, Beyoncé practically built her own film genre—but what if the whole thing was theirs? Script, camera angles, cast, vibe, all of it. What kind of movie would they make if they had complete creative control?

Let’s imagine the lineup. These aren’t just soundtracks. These are full-on, made-by-the-artist, directed-by-the-artist movies. If you’ve ever listened to an album and thought, this sounds like a movie, this is that idea turned all the way up.

Megan Thee Stallion: Action-Packed Revenge with Big Energy

Imagine Megan Thee Stallion directing a movie in the style of Kill Bill or Birds of Prey. It would be loud, flashy, and unapologetically over-the-top. Think female assassins in designer outfits, one-liners between fight scenes, and a lot of glitter mixed in with the blood. The lead character is obviously a woman who’s been wronged and is now taking names—with a sword, high heels, or maybe both.

The plot would be pretty straightforward: revenge. But Megan would layer in humor, bold style, and some of that “Hot Girl” confidence that’s made her a cultural force. Every scene would be fueled by the kind of beats that make you want to strut. She wouldn’t just make a fun movie—she’d make something that makes you feel invincible for two hours straight.

Phoebe Bridgers: A Sad Suburban Indie with Heart

Phoebe Bridgers is basically the indie rock version of a coming-of-age film. If she made a movie, it would look like Lady Bird mixed with The Perks Of Being A Wallflower, but more quiet and awkward. Not much happens, and that’s the point. It’s about growing up in a boring town, trying to figure out who you are, and dealing with friends who kind of suck sometimes.

Phoebe’s movie would focus on a teenager dealing with depression and isolation, probably set in the 2000s and filled with awkward silences and long drives through empty neighborhoods. There’d be a lot of scenes where characters just sit in their rooms, staring at the ceiling while Elliott Smith plays. It wouldn’t be dramatic or preachy—just real.

Gorillaz: An Animated Sci-Fi Adventure

Now this one’s easy. Gorillaz already live in their own animated world, so it’s not a stretch to imagine them directing something like Into The Spider-Verse. But where Spider-Verse leaned into comic book visuals, a Gorillaz movie would pull from anime, dystopian sci-fi, and internet culture. The plot? Some sort of trippy, post-apocalyptic story with corrupt corporations, weird tech, and maybe a giant robot or two.

Because it’s animated, anything could happen. Time travel, alternate dimensions, virtual worlds, all of it’s fair game. And of course, the music would be baked right into the story, not just as a soundtrack but as a central theme. Every character would feel like a song brought to life.

Metallica: A Road Warrior Epic

Metallica wouldn’t do subtle. If they directed a movie, it would be loud, intense, and filmed entirely in the desert. Think Mad Max: Fury Road but with more guitar solos. It’s a gritty, metal-fueled action movie set in a lawless wasteland where survival depends on how fast your car is and how loud your music can get.

There’s probably not a lot of dialogue—just roaring engines, flaming guitars, and non-stop chase scenes. The plot wouldn’t try to be deep. It’s about chaos, power, and rebellion. You’d walk out of the theater feeling like you’ve been through something exhausting but awesome.

Tyler, the Creator: Skater Kids and Coming-of-Age Weirdness

Tyler would probably make something like Mid90s or Kids, but with his own weird twist. It would be about a group of teenagers skating around LA, getting into trouble, figuring life out, and trying to seem cooler than they really are. But instead of being gritty and depressing, Tyler would add humor, color, and a ton of style.

Expect fast edits, weird sound effects, and some genuinely sweet moments in between all the chaos. The fashion would be amazing. The music would be perfectly curated. And the whole thing would feel like a cross between a music video and a really good high school memory.

Lana Del Rey: Old Hollywood Meets Sad Girl Cinema

Lana’s film would be a romantic drama set in California, maybe in the ‘60s, or maybe now, but it would look like it was filmed 50 years ago. Everyone’s beautiful, but sad. The story? A doomed relationship, obviously. Maybe a washed-up actress and a mysterious stranger. Maybe a road trip that leads nowhere. Whatever the case, it’s not ending with a happily-ever-after.

There’d be slow zooms, vintage cars, palm trees, and long, moody voiceovers. Cigarettes would be everywhere, and so would heartbreak. Lana’s movie would feel like flipping through an old photo album of people you’ve never met but somehow miss.

Billie Eilish: A Teen Horror That Feels Too Real

Billie Eilish’s movie wouldn’t be a slasher, but it would still scare you. It would be a psychological thriller about being a teenager, feeling alone, and questioning what’s real. Maybe something like Black Swan or It Follows, creepy, slow-burning, and full of surreal imagery.

The horror wouldn’t come from monsters but from feelings: anxiety, pressure, guilt. Visually, it would be dark, dreamlike, and slightly off. You’d never quite know what’s real. Billie’s own music would fit in naturally, helping to build that eerie, heavy vibe.

Paramore: YA Drama With Bite

Paramore’s movie would be built on teenage angst and emotional whiplash. Think The Edge Of Seventeen meets Jennifer’s Body, where high school is both the backdrop and the battlefield. The main character is misunderstood, maybe haunted (literally or not), and trying to keep it together as everything falls apart around her.

There’d be fights with best friends, messy romances, and a killer emo-pop soundtrack. Hayley Williams would make sure the story feels real, but also a little chaotic, because growing up isn’t neat. It’s loud, weird, and sometimes, just a little bit magical.

This whole idea is fantasy, sure, but it’s not that far-fetched. More artists are getting into film, not just scoring but storytelling. And honestly, it makes sense. Music is emotional, visual, and narrative at its core. These artists already create worlds in three-minute bursts, now imagine what they could do with two hours and a camera.

And if any of them are reading this? Please make it happen. We’ll be first in line.