Asteroid City takes place in a small desert town in the United States in 1955. The town is in the middle of hosting a Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention, and kids from all over the country have come to participate in events and meet their idols.
The main character of the movie is a young boy named Billy, who is obsessed with space and dreams of one day becoming an astronaut. Along with his group of friends, he attends the convention and participates in various activities.
However, their excitement is short-lived as a massive asteroid suddenly appears in the sky, heading straight for their town. Chaos ensues as people scramble to save themselves and their loved ones.
As the asteroid approaches, it becomes clear that it is not a natural phenomenon but rather a man-made weapon designed to destroy the town. Billy and his friends must band together to find a way to stop the asteroid and save their town.
Along the way, they uncover a nefarious plot by a group of government officials to use the asteroid as an excuse to launch a full-scale attack on their enemies. With time running out, Billy and his friends must race against the clock to stop the asteroid and prevent a global catastrophe.
Asteroid City is a thrilling adventure that combines the excitement of space exploration with the drama of a high-stakes political conspiracy. It is a nostalgic ode to classic sci-fi movies of the past and a celebration of the enduring human spirit in the face of seemingly insurmountable challenges.