Synopsis
Set in 1920s Los Angeles, Babylon follows the rise and fall of multiple characters navigating Hollywood's hedonistic golden age. Directed by Damien Chazelle, the film captures the industry's seismic shift from silent films to talkies, destroying careers overnight. It is a love letter and brutal critique of Hollywood, exploring fame, addiction, and the fleeting nature of success.
Did You Know?
- Damien Chazelle drew inspiration from Kenneth Anger's 'Hollywood Babylon' book.
- The opening party scene took weeks to film.
- Margot Robbie learned to play trumpet for her role.
- The film spans nearly three hours of runtime.
- Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie reunited after 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood'.
Iconic Quotes
- You're gonna be in pictures, and the whole world's gonna know your name.
- We're part of something bigger than ourselves. Bigger than any one of us.
- This is it. This is everything. There is nothing else.
- Hollywood doesn't care about you. It never did.
- We made something. Something that lasts forever. Doesn't that mean anything?
