Movielogr
View on: TMDb
National Anthem (2012)
Directed by Anthony Mandler
Overview
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.
Length 7 minutes