Do you ever wonder what it takes to become a pop icon? Vox Lux delves into the turbulent journey of Celeste, a young survivor who transforms tragedy into stardom, but at what cost?

The 2018 drama, with a runtime of 1 hour and 50 minutes, is available for digital purchase and streaming, offering instant access or offline viewing. The narrative unfolds, beginning in 1999, when teenage sisters Celeste, portrayed by Raffey Cassidy, and Eleanor, played by Stacy Martin, endure a cataclysmic and violent event. In the aftermath, they channel their experience into music. The sisters compose and perform a song about their experience, making something lovely and cathartic out of catastrophe while also catapulting Celeste to stardom. This act of creative resilience not only provides them with a form of healing but also unexpectedly launches Celeste into the limelight.

Celeste: Character Profile
Full Name	Celeste Montgomery (fictional)
Portrayed By	Raffey Cassidy (young) and Natalie Portman (adult)
Occupation	Pop Star, Singer, Songwriter
Key Events	Surviving a school shooting in 1999 Writing and performing a memorial song that launches her career Achieving pop superstardom Navigating personal struggles and the pressures of fame
Defining Traits	Resilience, talent, vulnerability, complexity
Fictional Biography	Celeste's journey begins with trauma, transforming into a symbol of hope and eventually grappling with the darker aspects of fame. The film follows her evolution over 18 years, tracing her personal and cultural impact.
Reference	IMDb - Vox Lux