National Anthem

National Anthem

2012
7min

Lana Del Rey reimagines the tragic glamour of American iconography through a romantic retelling of the Kennedy legacy. She plays both Jacqueline Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe, while A$AP Rocky portrays President John F. Kennedy. The video blends vintage Americana aesthetics with modern hip-hop culture, depicting their passionate love, the allure of fame, and the inevitable downfall that follows. Through nostalgic visuals and symbolic imagery, the film explores themes of power, money, love, and loss, ultimately mourning the dream of the perfect American life.

National Anthem

Storyline

Lana Del Rey reimagines the tragic glamour of American iconography through a romantic retelling of the Kennedy legacy. She plays both Jacqueline Kennedy and Marilyn Monroe, while A$AP Rocky portrays President John F. Kennedy. The video blends vintage Americana aesthetics with modern hip-hop culture, depicting their passionate love, the allure of fame, and the inevitable downfall that follows. Through nostalgic visuals and symbolic imagery, the film explores themes of power, money, love, and loss, ultimately mourning the dream of the perfect American life.
    Released
    27 May 2012
    Runtime
    7min
    Director
    Status
    Released
    Language
    English
Cast