With friendship bracelets on her wrist and feathers in her hair, Temple Daniel says she was never going to miss the film that accompanies Taylor Swift's new album.

"She's just always been the soundtrack to my life, and I'm excited to get this new era with her," Temple told AFP at a cinema near Washington on Friday.

The 21-year-old was one of millions of Swifties around the world for whom the release of "The Life of a Showgirl" -- Swift's 12th studio album -- is a major life event.

To go alongside the 12-track album -- already the most streamed release of 2025 -- fans in dozens of countries are packing theaters for an accompanying film that is being released for three days only.

"Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl" offers personal commentary from the singer as well a

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