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ZybaneFeb 25, 2017

This movie was absolutely terrible. I took a date to see it as she wanted to see it (of course), I was bored out of my mind. The movie had absolutely no substance.

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SamHalls2016Feb 25, 2017

This has got to be the best movie of the 21st century and one of the best movies of all time. This movie is a masterpiece!

Flawless acting.
Flawless soundtrack.
Flawless... well, everything.

La La Land could be my new favourite movie.

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Benkoko11Feb 15, 2017

Brilliance! Irrestistable La La Land revitalizes the musical genre with such heart and sundrenched soul it's like a miracle unfolding before your eyes. It's tremendous - pure, unadulterated, silver screen magic and quite simply why we go toBrilliance! Irrestistable La La Land revitalizes the musical genre with such heart and sundrenched soul it's like a miracle unfolding before your eyes. It's tremendous - pure, unadulterated, silver screen magic and quite simply why we go to the movies. Let me be very clear, there is absolutely nothing wrong with randomly breaking into song and dance - on screen or in real life.… Expand

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Sam-TomlinsonFeb 23, 2017

Praise Praise Praise! A subconscious and unspoken stigma and stereotype exists among movie producers and most people that a film is for children if it is all about bright colors, simple messages of happiness and verbally expressed joy throughPraise Praise Praise! A subconscious and unspoken stigma and stereotype exists among movie producers and most people that a film is for children if it is all about bright colors, simple messages of happiness and verbally expressed joy through song and beautiful art as well as principles of familiar real life things that most good people hold as ideals such as young love or honor in various jobs. Somehow La La Land proves this utterly wrong and rips those biases utterly to shreds. It reminds us all that color and life and goodness is what we are looking to see in real entertainment, which is a childlike feature in all of us, the innocence we long for. It’s balance between serious themes and dreamy heart make it irresistibly attractive and intriguing. It proved that old fashioned values combined with art in simple and pleasant forms, as applied to art, are every bit as meaningful and held as respectful to a huge adult audience by the 340 million it’s already made. Obviously, it was made after the way of an older and “bygone era” of films that were classier, more innocent, more simple, more musical, and more jolly. But I believe it made a masterpiece of itself accidentally, perhaps because the more youthful producers fill in their absence of true experience with a bygone genre (the 1920s, 30s, 40s, and 50s) with their imaginations, that give their forbears the benefit of the doubt in the way of true quality and meaning, but, who cares? It worked! This film was a masterpiece among films in my opinion. It proved to me something I have long believed to the center, which is that part of the glory of being human is to embrace innocence, and the purer elements of art such as mastery of pictures, singing, presentations, and dance with honed practice by experienced and passionate artists…of a kind. La La Land proved to be more than paying homage or milking nostalgia to some supposedly greater and forgotten era, but a solid and deliciously indestructible piece of living proof that new and original pieces of entertainment not only can be made but can make today’s world brighter and more beautiful by remaining optimistic, original, and true to form in the process! This movie is gold! It could hold the potential for some kind of modern renaissance of worthwhile art in many forms. It didn’t make me long for the past, it didn’t break my heart, but it didn’t let me away easy either, it didn’t leave me critical, it didn’t leave me without a smile on my face, it didn’t leave me content, but it didn’t leave me unsatisfied, it gave me just that right balance of entertainment to not only pleasantly distract me away from the woes of real life but want to get back to it and make something more of it, and that is meaning! It left me wanting more true art in other forms, and if a movie can pull at my inner humanity like that, it’s masterful enough to be called an original masterpiece, if there ever was one. Like other great movies like Star Wars, somehow it just hit the spot with the perfect balance of just the right things; drama, color, comedy, originality, simplicity, easiness of understanding, heart, a touch of fantasy, a touch of realism, plenty of romance, seriousness, a little sadness, small aspects of uniqueness, and not overdone in any of those qualities. For this reason it should stand the test of time. What a wonderful film. My standards have been raised.
Five out of Five stars.
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sonderFeb 20, 2017

I feel like I'm taking CRAZY PILLS! La La Land wins the award for most overrated movie of year, perhaps decade. Does anyone remember Crash? The patronizing L.A. movie that trots out endless, unoriginal "gee it makes you think" race tropes.I feel like I'm taking CRAZY PILLS! La La Land wins the award for most overrated movie of year, perhaps decade. Does anyone remember Crash? The patronizing L.A. movie that trots out endless, unoriginal "gee it makes you think" race tropes. Crash, the Movie that beat Crouching Tiger in the Oscars, and then no one ever watched it or thought about it again? That's how overrated La La Land is. La La Land is a little bit different from the stereotypical musical, and wants the viewer to celebrate these tiny progressions as something artistic and revolutionary. There's no art here. There's no deeper truth. This is a sugar-coated musical that mechanically a little bit of conflict, a little bit of drama, a smattering of bittersweet notes in an attempt to seem real and genuine. But La La Land fails, the script is a **** formula out of a community college drama writing course. It's as fake and self-congratulatory as the Hollywood film industry, pretending to be brave, when it's really a cookie cutter drama. The sad thing is that, like Crash, the critics fell for it. The academy will probably fall for La La Land too. This movie will probably take attention and awards away from movies that deserve attention.… Expand

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FuturedirectorFeb 20, 2017

La la land is an ambitious, energetic and surprisingly unforgettable result of Emma Stone and Ryan Goslin's best interpretations, mixed with Damien Chazelle's gorgeous direction.

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RizzoShowFeb 19, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Very fiew movies are able to tackle the fuel of human life: the power of the dream. However, this wonderful masterpiece is all about that.
How many of us haven't been disparaged from trying to breathe life to the fantasies we own? How many times have we fallen? And just as much, how many of us haven't tried to pull the pieces together and yell "Let's go for another round"? Well, it's through the compelling performances and the enticing musical numbers that this beautiful work of art stands as a powerful memento to our dreams and hopes, making us realise that, when these dreams seek fulfillment, it may cost us the very lot.… Expand

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ArgentSouLFeb 19, 2017

Is a stupid 2hs musical, I went to see it only cause of score.. but many people left while I stay there watching without a cause, and the male protagonist is a **** ... you can appreciate it in the first second you see him

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DaBlazeyekFeb 19, 2017

I think it's definitely film NOT for Oscar. Generally film was OK, but in 2016 there was so much better films. "La la land" should have Oscars only for music. Then, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling played rather for Gold Raspberries, not for "theI think it's definitely film NOT for Oscar. Generally film was OK, but in 2016 there was so much better films. "La la land" should have Oscars only for music. Then, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling played rather for Gold Raspberries, not for "the greatest film awards". And plot was not oryginal, even banal.… Expand

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SomePersonaJan 1, 2017

This movie is cool. I barely had any flaws with it (except that it's not as excellent as Whiplash, of course :) ). This was the director's dream film that he completed the screenplay for even before he wrote Whiplash, and you can clearlyThis movie is cool. I barely had any flaws with it (except that it's not as excellent as Whiplash, of course :) ). This was the director's dream film that he completed the screenplay for even before he wrote Whiplash, and you can clearly tell. The change in location that the director made to Los Angeles (from Boston, I think) was not noticeable at all, especially since this movie makes quite a use of the location.… Expand

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mejzamFeb 12, 2017

A beautiful movie full of emotions. And yes, the story couldn't be simpler; but I don't think the filmmaker wants to tell a story. He wants to show pure romance between lovers. Not boring at all if you got feelings.

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StevieGJDFeb 9, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked this movie and knew my mother would love it. She and my sister then saw it and mom did indeed love it. I thought it was pretty good, by no means great. My wife hated it, which I think is a bit strong. This is a throwback to musical films of the past, the ones my mother loved and had the soundtrack albums for when I was growing up. Though it most closely resembles The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, I suspect most of the user reviewers never saw that 1964 French film, which I liked more than La La Land. There are moments in the movie when I got the feeling it was about to start getting really good then it would stall again for me. Neither of the lead actors can sing or dance particularly well, though Emma Stone is better at both than Ryan Gosling. Their acting and chemistry are great. The travelogue of Los Angeles aspect of the film is very appealing and fun. But, ultimately, this is a movie about two beautiful people whose career choices take them in different directions, which is fine, but not that interesting. It is pure escapist entertainment, which, if done right, can be excellent. The story of a mid 20s actress who is giving up and going home to live with her upper middle class parents and the white guy who is going to save traditional jazz music from the likes of John Legend is not that appealing to me. I get why most people really like this movie. I really do. I knew my mom would. I'd rather rewatch The Umbrellas of Cherbourg.… Expand

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mbh_93Feb 8, 2017

The 30 million dollar budget were spent on the actors' salaries and buying all these awards. Besides, whats with people loving it without even watching?

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JMalikFeb 8, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. the most OVERRATED FILM in the recorded history. GODAMNITT!! It is just pure BORINGG minutes of slowly death by absurd story and fantasy characters that sing and dance just because. My god this film could be done in 30 minutes top!!. Theres no sad or joyfull story its just a guy and a girl that get together and split, nothing else, the guy is mad bout jazz music and the girl wants to be a pro actress, apart from that nothing else. Its a film ment for adults to see but eventually its very childish and so boring. Ahh ryan gosling can not act , thats a fact. Also I was exhausted after hearing the same f***ing song on the piano that went like this...."city of starssssszzzzzzzzzzzz " go to sleep. no way this film can get an oscar.PERIOD… Expand

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Jack97Feb 6, 2017

I am not big on romance, and even less a fan of musicals. So the fact that I adored La La Land is saying something!
Gosling and Stone play likable characters who you latch on to and root for from beginning to end, the direction andI am not big on romance, and even less a fan of musicals. So the fact that I adored La La Land is saying something!
Gosling and Stone play likable characters who you latch on to and root for from beginning to end, the direction and cinematography is perfect and (thankfully) the music is phenomenal. This'll be yet another 2016 movie soundtrack I'll be playing on repeat. The film also has a refreshing old-timey feel to it with the music and some certain scenes, it's a perfect blend of old-timey in modern day. Simply put, La La Land is a wonderful, euphoric, feel-good movie that I cannot wait to watch over and over again. In my opinion, the best film of 2016.… Expand

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thedaywalkerFeb 5, 2017

I'm not usually into musicals, but this one felt so natural, that in the middle it got a bit dragged out and they could use a bit more of music, the cinematography is probably one of the best things in here, it's beautiful to look at, and theI'm not usually into musicals, but this one felt so natural, that in the middle it got a bit dragged out and they could use a bit more of music, the cinematography is probably one of the best things in here, it's beautiful to look at, and the chemistry between Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone is almost to perfection... like i said it got a bit dragged out in the middle but it went full circle to a beautiful ending… Expand

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AcaciaFeb 4, 2017

I really did not expect to enjoy this movie. So many people I know hated it. But, I have to say I loved it! From the opening sequence that shows people stuck in a traffic jam on the freeway getting out of their cars to dance and sing, II really did not expect to enjoy this movie. So many people I know hated it. But, I have to say I loved it! From the opening sequence that shows people stuck in a traffic jam on the freeway getting out of their cars to dance and sing, I fell in love. The movie is utterly charming and some parts are dreamlike. Of course, the singing is not up to a Broadway musical's standards, but you just have to love the music. It boils down to a romance between two people trying to make their mark in Hollywood and how it all effects them. Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling are perfect in their roles, she an aspiring actress and he a musician who wants to make it in the big time. But, I have found that people either love this movie or they hate it. I hope you love it.… Expand

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CheetahiceFeb 2, 2017

I think that this movie has a very unbelievable plot line and I also think that the musical was a little over the top. The only thing that they did great for my opinion was that they got a talented cast. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone cameI think that this movie has a very unbelievable plot line and I also think that the musical was a little over the top. The only thing that they did great for my opinion was that they got a talented cast. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone came together to make an okay film that won too many awards.… Expand

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FliffFeb 1, 2017

This movie has fantastic music, some great dance numbers, it's just beautiful. On top of that the character's feel real and grounded, something that can get easily lost in a musical. Great musicals are great musicals, but this is just a greatThis movie has fantastic music, some great dance numbers, it's just beautiful. On top of that the character's feel real and grounded, something that can get easily lost in a musical. Great musicals are great musicals, but this is just a great movie overall, topped off by being the best musical in theaters in a long time.… Expand

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DirigiblePulpJan 31, 2017

The perfect amalgamation of Hollywood past and present. The slow transition from the wistful allure of dreams to the tangible pop of reality. The music and the songs are instant classic (by the second viewing it felt like coming home they fitThe perfect amalgamation of Hollywood past and present. The slow transition from the wistful allure of dreams to the tangible pop of reality. The music and the songs are instant classic (by the second viewing it felt like coming home they fit so snugly and felt so right).

What's equally amazing is the character work, the re-molding of archetypes. How neither is an answer so much as a piece of a bigger puzzle. Seb's passion and devotion are his own undoing. He gets what he wants but he also is let down in nearly every other facet of his life. He doesn't "save" jazz. John Legend's Keith saves jazz (or at least starts to) and gets the best speech in the film when he tells Seb that he's too traditional and that jazz is about the future. But that's because Seb is selfish and he only cares about what he wants, at least insofar as it pertains to his dreams. He changes for Mia, but also realizes he has to let her go. Ironically this unselfish act leaves him alone. His passion, which we normally prize so much in films like this, doesn't make him big or famous, but instead leaves him small and alone. His type, the classic bold and passionate man with a dream who can't be stopped type, isn't real. But as an example to others it does (much like a good musical on our lives, more on that in a bit).

Mia in her empathy, grace and selflessness attains her dream and makes a family. Yet she doesn't have the person who helped her achieve all this. She tells Seb that his passion will become other people's if he believes in it enough, but it's his passion for pursuing A dream that affects her and causes her to write her play and sing a song and nail her audition. Her sensitivity is what makes her strong, a conduit for passions on screen and off.

What this movie could be suggesting, much like Whiplash's carefully constructed ideology about the costs and sacrifices of pursuing a dream, is that everyone needs a push. A push in the direction that you may not be capable of on your own. Mia developing a backbone, believing in herself because Seb does. Seb dropping his stubbornness and pride so that he can make money playing for a real gig so that he can open his club later. And that this is in effect the true beauty and romance of our lives. What the epilogue suggests is not "what could have been", so much as "what could never be." Life is a beautiful breathtaking musical of love and passion and romance and adventure, even if it doesn't end up how you think and doesn't follow a tightly scripted path. If you spend too much time worrying about why your life isn't a Hollywood fairy tale romance, you will miss out on the musicality and the truth of the present. Classic musicals are a state of mind not a state of being.… Expand

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amboyJan 30, 2017

There is a lethal sentimental softness about this movie. The theme song is repeated to death. The two stars have not enough chemistry to fill a test tube. It's hard to believe the same director did Whiplash. This is not a musical film; itThere is a lethal sentimental softness about this movie. The theme song is repeated to death. The two stars have not enough chemistry to fill a test tube. It's hard to believe the same director did Whiplash. This is not a musical film; it doesn't revive an old genre--it kills it forever.… Expand

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redjet3Jan 30, 2017

It's cute, not as good as everyone is making it out to be. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are good in their parts as mediocre musicians that have talent, but they would not shine in any limelight outside of this movie. The story was also veryIt's cute, not as good as everyone is making it out to be. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are good in their parts as mediocre musicians that have talent, but they would not shine in any limelight outside of this movie. The story was also very simple but nice to watch and follow. The music was also good, I certainly have "City of Stars" on my Spotify, but much of the music is forgettable. I would definitely watch it -- just to create your own opinion and enjoy this modern day musical.… Expand

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JohnGrayJan 30, 2017

Charming and dazzling musical film. Doesn't matter if you are in love or not, you will love this film. I believe that in 2050, when someone asks Who's Ryan Gosling or Who's Emma Stone, the answer will be "Oh, he played a principal role in LaCharming and dazzling musical film. Doesn't matter if you are in love or not, you will love this film. I believe that in 2050, when someone asks Who's Ryan Gosling or Who's Emma Stone, the answer will be "Oh, he played a principal role in La La Land some years ago". As the film approaches to become an all time classic, like Casablanca or Cinema Paradiso. Heartwarming film, loved the soundtrack, has a nice mixture between past and actual Los Angeles. Deserves at least 5 Oscars: Best Film, Best Original Song ("Audition" is quite better), Best Actor and Best Actress.… Expand

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AlexanderLuthorJan 30, 2017

Perhaps their are two musicals named La La Land from 2016 starring Ryan Gosling and Emma stone, because the one I just saw was terrible. The only award I would have nominated it for would be a Razzie. And I do love a good musical from timePerhaps their are two musicals named La La Land from 2016 starring Ryan Gosling and Emma stone, because the one I just saw was terrible. The only award I would have nominated it for would be a Razzie. And I do love a good musical from time to time. This was nothing but poorly drawn film, with two dimensional wooden characters jumping from cliche to cliche.… Expand

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twall3Jan 30, 2017

The opening scene made me embarrassed to have asked my wife to see this movie. "What is this - High School Musical?" she asks. There were scenes that I really liked - maybe even loved. Emma was great as a down-to-earth quirky actress. Some ofThe opening scene made me embarrassed to have asked my wife to see this movie. "What is this - High School Musical?" she asks. There were scenes that I really liked - maybe even loved. Emma was great as a down-to-earth quirky actress. Some of the dialogue was borderline brilliant. Her discussion w/ Ryan about him giving up on dreams was wonderful and real. I understand why people love this movie but too many of the dance numbers just seemed too sugary, whimsical and fake for my taste. Less is more - less musical numbers used more strategically and my score would have been an 8 or 9.… Expand

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RanbebasaJan 30, 2017

La La Land is a good mixture of excellent acting, excellent music and excellent plot that will bring you to a magical world. This movie make us thinking about life, thinking about the dream and give us strengh to fight for that dream.TheyLa La Land is a good mixture of excellent acting, excellent music and excellent plot that will bring you to a magical world. This movie make us thinking about life, thinking about the dream and give us strengh to fight for that dream.They would never make something like this anymore.… Expand

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spiderproviderJan 30, 2017

Great script, acting and cinematography. singing, songs and dancing almooooost great. This one might have been a bit overhyped, but is still a fantastic film.

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JamesLJan 30, 2017

I see why the critics rave as it is original and breaks away from the same old themes we get every time. That said, I was bored and could not wait for it to end. From the first scene on the freeway, I knew I would not enjoy this. The problemI see why the critics rave as it is original and breaks away from the same old themes we get every time. That said, I was bored and could not wait for it to end. From the first scene on the freeway, I knew I would not enjoy this. The problem is more me and my lack of enjoyment for musicals and jazz. The plot and character development is wafer thin and it troughs in Legend to try and keep your attention. When I saw Silence just two weeks ago ,I was clued to the chair as the subject matter really has been on my mind since I was a little kid. It is all a matter of taste. This film does not satisfy or interest me.… Expand

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NikoAmiiJan 29, 2017

This movie made me feels things. I had smile on my fave throughout the whole film. The imagery is fantastic, the transitions from scene to scene are great, the music blends with the film perfectly and it is good without being too distractingThis movie made me feels things. I had smile on my fave throughout the whole film. The imagery is fantastic, the transitions from scene to scene are great, the music blends with the film perfectly and it is good without being too distracting from the plot. The plot was simple but it was done phenomenally. The acting in this film is incredible. The pacing is also very good and I was never bored during the movie. I really, really enjoyed La La Land and it is by far my favorite movie of 2016 due to it's simplistic but amazing music, plot, and complex (but "real") characters that are portrayed perfectly.… Expand

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YoSoyTuMadreJan 29, 2017

I went to see this movie a little bit afraid that it won't live up to hype and all those good reviews, but man... this movie blow me away. I can't remember when was the last time I enjoyed a movie this much, and I don't even like musicals.I went to see this movie a little bit afraid that it won't live up to hype and all those good reviews, but man... this movie blow me away. I can't remember when was the last time I enjoyed a movie this much, and I don't even like musicals. Beautifully directed and shot (that dancing scene), amazing performance from both Emma and Ryan, great music and great down to Earth story with powerful message.

La La Land is the movie you are going to caught yourself thinking about for a long time after you watched it. Perfect!… Expand

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triple_coJan 29, 2017

La La Land is a phenomenal, moving and powerful escape that triumphs in every department. The music, cinematography, performances and narrative are all exceptional. The film mixes the contemporary with the traditional musical format and theLa La Land is a phenomenal, moving and powerful escape that triumphs in every department. The music, cinematography, performances and narrative are all exceptional. The film mixes the contemporary with the traditional musical format and the payoff is enormous. Audiences are given characters of substance and reality, surrounded by dreamy colour and choreography. It's a film about romance, dreams, hopes, music and above all, the human experience. An utterly breathtaking movie that offers constant wonder. Unmissable.… Expand

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cine1Jan 28, 2017

The dance numbers, inside nods to the city of LA and Ryan Gosling's quirky, charming bravado carry this film through its first half. Then, the fantastical dance sequences quickly lose its charm and the second half of the film becomes quiteThe dance numbers, inside nods to the city of LA and Ryan Gosling's quirky, charming bravado carry this film through its first half. Then, the fantastical dance sequences quickly lose its charm and the second half of the film becomes quite dull. Plus, it seems Gosling and Emma Stone aren't very good singers, which I get is part of their characters, but is hard to listen over long stretches in a feature film. "What's wrong with being romantic," Gosling's character asks in the beginning of the film. Nothing, and this film is romantic and charming but I do like to see some development between characters past the visually pleasing song and dance numbers that are really just flashes in the pan. A light, enjoyable film but more style than substance.… Expand

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nilsyJan 28, 2017

During more then half of the musical parts i was checking the clock and wondering if it was worth it to finish the movie even. Nothing wrong with the instrumental music its the songs that i dislike, which is a shame as visually it wasDuring more then half of the musical parts i was checking the clock and wondering if it was worth it to finish the movie even. Nothing wrong with the instrumental music its the songs that i dislike, which is a shame as visually it was stunning throwback towards the golden age of hollywood musicals. The songs emma and ryan are forced into trying to sing are demanding stuff that a skilled singer could really make something out of sadly that was not to be. If these actors had tried to audition for american idol neither ryan or emma would stand a chance of getting in. Yet somehow nobody cares they are lead in a hollywood musical they are still praised to high heavens for la la land its beyond me why all the critics set the bar so incredible low for hollywood actors singing. Maybe modern critics simply arnt used to judging singers and think average is good enough its afterall a movie and not a album.… Expand

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Matin032Jan 28, 2017

You know what does "magic"really mean?to put a spell on someone and keep them from living their normal life??that`s what this movie has done to me.spending half of day watching and the other half listening(to soundtrack album)

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GFactorJan 27, 2017

Magical, pure, simple and beautiful! One of the best movies I've ever seen! Emma is the soul of everything here! She proves, again, how amazing and strong she is as an actress! Damien also steels the scene as director with breathtaking takes!Magical, pure, simple and beautiful! One of the best movies I've ever seen! Emma is the soul of everything here! She proves, again, how amazing and strong she is as an actress! Damien also steels the scene as director with breathtaking takes! And the best part, of course, the soundtrack. A masterpiece! La La Land definitely is in history now.… Expand

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LisqJan 26, 2017

I DONT UNDERSTAND THAT! This movie is BORING. It is just a crap. It is a bad movie. The plot doesn't have any sense, the graphic/effects are POOR. Stone's smiles and eyes are ugly, but she's a decent actress. Gosling is a BAD actor, he hasI DONT UNDERSTAND THAT! This movie is BORING. It is just a crap. It is a bad movie. The plot doesn't have any sense, the graphic/effects are POOR. Stone's smiles and eyes are ugly, but she's a decent actress. Gosling is a BAD actor, he has one smile on his face during the entire movie, a smile of a poor dog. They sing only few songs and they don't even "sing". Stone moans, Gosling mumbles. The plot is cut into few pieces, the dialogues are **** the plot is boring and bad. There's been 10000 of similar plots - they met and hate each other, then they fall in love, then they break up just to come back again. Boring. I can't believe it receives golden globes, I can't believe Gosling and Stone won for "best actors". It's pathetic.If you want to see it - please DON'T.… Expand

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LaskeudeungJan 26, 2017

Abis nonton Whiplash nonton ini ... emang bakal kecewa dikit. Tapi sebenernya ga bisa dibandingin, beda genre Gan. Satu thriller Musical, yang ini romansa musikal. Tapi emang keren banget ni film, ga heran Gosling dan Stone masuk nominasi. 7Abis nonton Whiplash nonton ini ... emang bakal kecewa dikit. Tapi sebenernya ga bisa dibandingin, beda genre Gan. Satu thriller Musical, yang ini romansa musikal. Tapi emang keren banget ni film, ga heran Gosling dan Stone masuk nominasi. 7 nominasi Gan ... bayangkeun ... Ruarrrrrr… Expand

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RvwFromUpHereJan 25, 2017

Who: Emma Stone, That dude who wrote that dumb song with the line "perfect imperfections" in it, and "WHAT DO YOU WANT????" as Sebastian
What: The most fun and immersive musical since "Across the Universe"
Where: La La Land When (can I watchWho: Emma Stone, That dude who wrote that dumb song with the line "perfect imperfections" in it, and "WHAT DO YOU WANT????" as Sebastian
What: The most fun and immersive musical since "Across the Universe"
Where: La La Land
When (can I watch again): When it inevitably wins Best Picture at the Academy Awards
Why: If you thought Whiplash was too "intense" or "pessimistic" you're crazy, but Damien Chazelle will certainly win you over with this delightful film.… Expand

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natanfkJan 25, 2017

Totally average. Technically it's great, but it misses content. A lot of it. It's the kind of movie that it's like a dog. It will sit, lay and roll to gain a cookie (oscar).

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RazvJan 25, 2017

A pretty good romantic musical, but a pretty bland experience overall. The chemestry between the two characters is great, however the plot is incredibly predictable and the dialogues are often out of place. The soundtrack is spot on though.A pretty good romantic musical, but a pretty bland experience overall. The chemestry between the two characters is great, however the plot is incredibly predictable and the dialogues are often out of place. The soundtrack is spot on though. Overall not something to skip, but certainly not something to be baffled by.… Expand

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thebombJan 24, 2017

A musical filled with less singing (which was good) und dancing (which was okay) and with more story. This story of two dreamers, who find each other in troubling circumstances will charm you, bind you, but a spell on you and break yourA musical filled with less singing (which was good) und dancing (which was okay) and with more story. This story of two dreamers, who find each other in troubling circumstances will charm you, bind you, but a spell on you and break your heart. A modern setting which feels like a trip back in time to 1960's Hollywood, a great performance by both Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, along with original songs and a beautiful scenery, will let you escape the world for 150 Minutes. Let it fill your heart with emotions and live a story you'll never forget.… Expand

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CineAutoctonoJan 24, 2017

"La La Land" was a fantastic film, music, songs, editing, cinematography, history, and performances by Ryan Gosling, and Emma Stone, I liked everything about the film, it would surely be one of the great classics Of cinema, really I loved it.

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MohamedbecksJan 24, 2017

A movie for the dreamers,real movie lovers & for the people who appreciate art. Director/Writer Damien Chazelle is an artist with a beautiful soul. Amazing acting from the amazing duo Ryan Gosling & Emma Stone. It deserves all the nominationA movie for the dreamers,real movie lovers & for the people who appreciate art. Director/Writer Damien Chazelle is an artist with a beautiful soul. Amazing acting from the amazing duo Ryan Gosling & Emma Stone. It deserves all the nomination it got & deserves at least 5 Oscars !… Expand

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KinkyKidJan 23, 2017

La historia: dos perdedores que sueñan con hacerla en grande en Hollywood, Mia (Emma Stone) aspirante a actriz sin éxito y Sebastian (Ryan Goslin) un músico de jazz desempleado que se encuentran en una fiesta y se enamoran, pero ¿cuántoLa historia: dos perdedores que sueñan con hacerla en grande en Hollywood, Mia (Emma Stone) aspirante a actriz sin éxito y Sebastian (Ryan Goslin) un músico de jazz desempleado que se encuentran en una fiesta y se enamoran, pero ¿cuánto puede durar ese amor cuando lo que siempre han soñado se vuelve realidad?
Lo bueno: la manera tan acertada en que Damien Chazalle toma temas actuales como el desempleo, la frustración, la presión por ser alguien y ser exitoso y los transforma en un clásico musical americano, lleno de nostalgia y bailes de salón y tap (hace demasiado tiempo que no veía tap en una película), referencias a grandes películas del género como Dancing in the Rain o New York New York; creando una fantasía elegante y cruel a la ves. El guion sencillo pero efectivo nos lleva de la comedia romántica rosa hasta le melodrama, cerrando con un maravilloso epilogo musical espectacular.
Mención aparte es la fotografía y el diseño de producción, los dos perfectos y hermosamente cuidados. La fotografía limpia, saturada de color, recreando ese tecnicolor de los años 40’s, con el uso seguido de grandes angulares para darle un aire de Cinamascope a toda la cinta (como te lo anuncian en el primer segundo de la película). Y el diseño de producción en donde los colores solidos son los importantes: amarillos, rojos y verdes para Mia reflejando energía de una joven aspirante a actriz , lo colores ocres, tierra, negros y dorados para Sebastian con la calma de la edad, de la espera y de la frustración..
Pero toda esta maravilla no podría lucir sin el par de actores protagonistas, que hacen un trabajo excelente. Emma Stone destilando energía y vulnerabilidad y Ryan Goslin tranquilo, calmado, lleno de pasión. Lo malo: no hay nada malo con esta gran cinta.
En conclusión esta película es una joya del cine contemporáneo, recordándonos el pasado pero siempre mirando al futuro, llena de romance, música y baile.… Expand

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ranjan04rajeevJan 20, 2017

I was thrilled to watch this spectacular masterpiece. This is one of a kind movie, with beautiful music and surreal visual art. Feel the pain and love.

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edhdxxJan 22, 2017

Simply amazing, i have no words to describe what i'm feeling, the photography, the songs, the colors, the ambient, the actors, the direction, ALL it's perfect and passionating! Loved the movie

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leonardolJan 22, 2017

Beautiful film and great performances, I would say it has a big chance of winning an Academy Award for best picture. Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone make a great couple in it and have a beautiful chemistry between them.

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robinson1Jan 22, 2017

Since we're over 60, my husband and I have seen a few movies. This is 2nd one we have ever left and the only one where he has ever fallen asleep. We thought it was like a tired, old, truly corny Hallmark Hall of Fame set to music. I was a bitSince we're over 60, my husband and I have seen a few movies. This is 2nd one we have ever left and the only one where he has ever fallen asleep. We thought it was like a tired, old, truly corny Hallmark Hall of Fame set to music. I was a bit more patient and got all the way to the hunt for the Prius...really? Gee, I think I know the ending. ; By the way, Hallmark has become a bit more edgey… Expand

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AndrewLambertJan 22, 2017

Endlessly charming and effortlessly original, La La Land is a magical experience that resurrects a long forgotten genre with pure class and style, not least thanks to its irresistible lead performances and spellbinding, unique direction. ThisEndlessly charming and effortlessly original, La La Land is a magical experience that resurrects a long forgotten genre with pure class and style, not least thanks to its irresistible lead performances and spellbinding, unique direction. This is truly wonderful film making. An instant classic.… Expand

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MovieloveorhateJan 21, 2017

Boring. Cheesy. I don't understand some of the reviews at all. In fact I almost walked out. I just didn't get it. Normally I love musicals but felt the singing and dancing spoilt the story. My husband disliked it so much he said it would be aBoring. Cheesy. I don't understand some of the reviews at all. In fact I almost walked out. I just didn't get it. Normally I love musicals but felt the singing and dancing spoilt the story. My husband disliked it so much he said it would be a long time before he went to the cinema again.… Expand

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NedRyerson1Jan 21, 2017

La La Land is the new movie of Damien Chazelle, and after Whiplash the expectations are high, although is a musical, so obviously contains flash mobs, everybody singing at the stupidest situation and knowing perfectly the choreography.La La Land is the new movie of Damien Chazelle, and after Whiplash the expectations are high, although is a musical, so obviously contains flash mobs, everybody singing at the stupidest situation and knowing perfectly the choreography. Despite that, like I said before, the director in his previous work demonstrated all his potential, the problem is that in this film there is none of that. The complex protagonist that wants to reach a goal, making a path marked by obsession, that implies rupture of own canons and lot of sacrifice to finally find itself again in perfection, is lost. Here the protagonists are nothing but stereotypes, they are empty, circular, and there is no evolution at all. Also we have zero development of secondary roles, simple plot and predictable conflict. The outcome did surprise me, totally unexpected, but cannot save this mediocre picture. The songs are great and enjoyable, nothing to say about them, the performances are fine too, up to the occasion. This film is made in order that the viewer leaves the theater feeling well, but really is a setup to deceive the weak-minded.… Expand

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Eastie_BeastieJan 21, 2017

This is the most overrated pile of crap i have ever seen in my life. It is so amatourish. Not to sure about the storyline as i gave up on it as it was just stupid. I cant think of anything more boring than this "movie(?????)" Uwe Boll moviesThis is the most overrated pile of crap i have ever seen in my life. It is so amatourish. Not to sure about the storyline as i gave up on it as it was just stupid. I cant think of anything more boring than this "movie(?????)" Uwe Boll movies seems to be much more entertaining than this. How come its 9.3 on metacritic. Backhanders maybe? This movie is bad.… Expand

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gxm143Jan 20, 2017

This is a fine movie, no doubt. I did go in expecting more based on the soaring critical reviews (one critic called it the best movie in 6 years, and said he went back 7 times.), so I was a bit disappointed on these standards. However, it isThis is a fine movie, no doubt. I did go in expecting more based on the soaring critical reviews (one critic called it the best movie in 6 years, and said he went back 7 times.), so I was a bit disappointed on these standards. However, it is the best musical I have seen in a long time, it is exceedingly original, and the two leads are stellar. Definitely one to be seen on the big screen.… Expand

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thedaarkbattyJan 19, 2017

Absolute dog crap film. I have seen better stuff while watching youtube. If you want to plat a good musical plat the effing mariomovie. its more catchy then this!

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toadvinesJan 19, 2017

This made a refreshing change from the usual sort of stuff I watch. I thought it could have been a heck of a lot better though – the song and dance routines were a bit bland and uninspiring if you ask me. The choreography in the openingThis made a refreshing change from the usual sort of stuff I watch. I thought it could have been a heck of a lot better though – the song and dance routines were a bit bland and uninspiring if you ask me. The choreography in the opening number seemed a bit ‘loose’. I’m not sure if this was intentional or not. The songs were….okay….it’s hard to really know after one listen. I have been humming the ‘City of Stars’ song all day though. Gosling and Stone are delightful. They really carry the film. Emma Stone is the best young actress around and she has a lovely singing voice. However the acting from John Legend is diabolical. He really is terrible every time he speaks. I don’t know why they gave him a speaking part in this film. But overall, I enjoyed my time with this movie and this would encourage me to go and see more musicals. I think musicals work much better in the movie theatre than at home.… Expand

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NeoSevenJan 18, 2017

La misma historia de amor de siempre, lo interesante es su final; eso la hace deliciosa. Poesía absoluta en el montaje audiovisual. Fotografía impecable. El Director es un genio. Y por supuesto la música tiene un carácter memorable.

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FlorentineJan 17, 2017

I do like musicals, but I didn't like this one. It's been a long time since I walked out of a movie, but I really wanted to today. I stayed to the bitter bitter end. I've never cared for Ryan Gosling or John Legend, and I still have no useI do like musicals, but I didn't like this one. It's been a long time since I walked out of a movie, but I really wanted to today. I stayed to the bitter bitter end. I've never cared for Ryan Gosling or John Legend, and I still have no use for either. The whole movie fell flat. The opening scene was not entertaining. Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly and Donald O'Conner must be rolling in their graves and rolling their eyes at this one. Best movie of the year? You cannot be serious!… Expand

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johnsonjohnsonJan 17, 2017

有時則是指在伦敦西区上演的戏剧。光業的役所浩二勝俣博山约百老汇剧院經常共同被看作光業的役所浩二勝俣博山是英语世界中最高水平的商业剧院代表。观赏伦敦西区的演出已经成为觀光業光業的役所浩二勝俣博山的役所浩二勝俣博山崎健藺生小林高水平的商业剧院代表。观赏伦敦西区光光業的役所浩二勝俣博山業的役所浩二勝俣博山。有時則是指在伦敦西区上演的戏剧。光業的役所浩二勝俣博山约百老汇剧院經常共同被看作光業的役所浩二勝俣博山是英语世界中最高水平的商业剧院代表。观赏伦敦西区的演出已经成为觀光業光業的役所浩二勝俣博山的役所浩二勝俣博山崎健藺生小林高水平的商业剧院代表。观赏伦敦西区光光業的役所浩二勝俣博山業的役所浩二勝俣博山。

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cyndieJan 17, 2017

My wife and I went to see this on a date night last Saturday, and was wowed by the opening scene, the wild and fun dance number on the overpass. Wonderful!

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nellic07Jan 17, 2017

This movie reminded me of lot on old Hollywood movies from 40's and 50's. I think it will get Oscar for the best picture .Is it worth to see. Personally, I don't watch musical, but I was not bored at all and this movie has lot of colors

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JorgeLestreJan 17, 2017

An unique celebration of cinema, art, music and love. It's amazing in all sorts of ways. It's a musical that hits all the right notes and makes us fall in love real hard with it.

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ihabkhaled94Jan 17, 2017

It's a first class artistic simple movie, Pure, Very talented directing, Music is awesome, Fantasizing is incredible, The drama scenes perfect, Great story, Acting very good, Directing view and technical directing and overall very fantasticIt's a first class artistic simple movie, Pure, Very talented directing, Music is awesome, Fantasizing is incredible, The drama scenes perfect, Great story, Acting very good, Directing view and technical directing and overall very fantastic movie should be seen.

Very emotional, motivational, dramatic, romantic and it says never ever give up on dreams.

Ryan Gosling did really good work and Emma did a really good work too,
but when we come to Damien Chazelle we must raise the hat for that young talented man who can take you to another world with his writing and directing, We all must learn from Damien how artistic movies should be, He's an art school.

It's really a masterpiece, Every thing in it is done perfectly and correctly.

From the best movies of all time.
Really enjoyable, Best 2 hours in this year.… Expand

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eagleeyevikingJan 16, 2017

Damien Chazelle's La La Land is a beautifully directed, terrifically acted romantic musical that elicits plenty of emotion ranging from heartbreak to joy.

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MurrayTJan 16, 2017

I can't stand musicals. I still can't, yet I loved this movie. Go figure...because I can't. I may have rolled my eyes at the opening number, but after that I was transfixed, and when it was over I was looking up local jazz clubs on the internet.

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21gramsJan 16, 2017

Painfully average movie and it's getting hyped because hey - it's musical. The story is cheesy and you've seen it like a billion times, yes it's trite. As a musical it's so inconsistent - the beginning is just cheap musical theater that hasPainfully average movie and it's getting hyped because hey - it's musical. The story is cheesy and you've seen it like a billion times, yes it's trite. As a musical it's so inconsistent - the beginning is just cheap musical theater that has thematically absolutely nothing in common with what is going in the movie - it's cheap and lazy and only later on a few jazz pieces and ones with John Legend kinda save they day from absolute disaster. The cast is not not amazing but it does the job and I kinda feel sorry for Ryan Gosling - he is way better than this, but apparently for some mysterious reasons his career is going downhill. I'm sorry, but if this get's best motion picture of year, then academy awards can go to hell, since those are going garbage more and more every year. It's not a bad movie, but it's not great either. It's just painfully average with a lot inconsistencies. I loved the Whiplash but with this one Chazelle felt flat to me, in music terms "it was out of tune".… Expand

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marcmyworksDec 30, 2016

Beautiful and mesmerizing. La La Land is what a modern musical should be; fun, colourful, dramatic and full of real life humanity. The third act starts to feel predictable and strained (like a real life musical), but luckily is saved by itsBeautiful and mesmerizing. La La Land is what a modern musical should be; fun, colourful, dramatic and full of real life humanity. The third act starts to feel predictable and strained (like a real life musical), but luckily is saved by its tremendous cast. Ryan Gosling becomes more of a heartthrob than he could have in "The Notebook" and Emma Stone's goofy heroine is just plain adorable.… Expand

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VorheesJan 16, 2017

Set against the backdrop of LA's burghal landscape, Damien Chazelle successfully evokes Hollywood's golden age of cinema. The characters are drawn to LA by the lure of glory and acclaim. From the opening number (gorgeously choreographed onSet against the backdrop of LA's burghal landscape, Damien Chazelle successfully evokes Hollywood's golden age of cinema. The characters are drawn to LA by the lure of glory and acclaim. From the opening number (gorgeously choreographed on one of LA's many freeway exchanges) the aspirations of many of those who dream of "making it big" set up the film to complex these dreams.The common tropes in musicals is starkly evident: opening number to establish current events, introduce main characters and then confuses their wants/needs. La La Land seemingly deviates from this typical structure by setting up their love before finally revealing that pursuing your dreams requires sacrifices- and the film leans heavily on holding onto your convictions of stardom no matter the cost. Chazelle beautifully shows near the end of what the two main characters lives could have been. Dreaming of aspirations despite insurmountable measures is what carries this film throughout- and at a time in the world where hope is needed most. Technically speaking, Linus Sandgren's cinematography is stunning at every measure, further paying homage to a dead movie-musical era; Gosling and Stone work expertly together in two touching performances; above all, the convictions of the film are worthy of among the best films of the year and an interesting case study of American-based hopes for a better life while not letting go of your identity.… Expand

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mandm1951Jan 16, 2017

I was disappointed. I didn't fully engage with the characters or plot. Instead my mind wandered to thoughts such as, "Best picture of the year? What am I missing?" -- Not a bad film imo, but I was hoping for more given the hype.

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gameplayer85Jan 15, 2017

Wanted too see what all the hoopla was about seeing how this was supposed too be the movie of the year. Gosling was good as always. The musical numbers didn't blow me away. Neither of thier singing voices will blow you away. Could haveWanted too see what all the hoopla was about seeing how this was supposed too be the movie of the year. Gosling was good as always. The musical numbers didn't blow me away. Neither of thier singing voices will blow you away. Could have definitely used more people of color in main cast roles in this film. It's supposed to be L.A. but it feels more like some unmapped area of whitetown. Wish they would have cast someone other than emma stone. Her acting wasn't solid, singing was mediocre at best and the whole time all i could wonder is when was the last time she has eaten a good meal because her rail thin body distracted me the entire time. I felt like if a big gust of win came along she would get blown off set! All in all the movie is watchable but it's not going to blow you away like the wind might do to Ms. Stone. Want to watch a good musical film? Go watch Across the Universe with the uber talented Evan Racheal Wood.… Expand

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perkinsmeganeJan 15, 2017

This film is a true modern masterpiece. It truly makes you feel like you are watching an Old Hollywood song and dance like Singin' In the Rain. It is incredibly charming and at the end I felt like I was walking on air. The cinematography andThis film is a true modern masterpiece. It truly makes you feel like you are watching an Old Hollywood song and dance like Singin' In the Rain. It is incredibly charming and at the end I felt like I was walking on air. The cinematography and color contrast were absolutely beautiful. The choreography and chemistry was a dream. I am totally in love.… Expand

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IgnesioJan 15, 2017

Una película maravillosa. Magistralmente dirigida, con algunos de los planos secuencia más hermosos de los últimos años. La coreografía perfecta, las canciones sencillas, pero difíciles de olvidar, y cómo no, los dos protagonistas. EsUna película maravillosa. Magistralmente dirigida, con algunos de los planos secuencia más hermosos de los últimos años. La coreografía perfecta, las canciones sencillas, pero difíciles de olvidar, y cómo no, los dos protagonistas. Es imposible no caer rendido a lo que estás viendo en la pantalla. Es una película, que, una vez sales del cine, quieres volver a verla, te deja un recuerdo muy bueno sobre ella. En conclusión, vaya a verla aquel que es amante del cine, no solamente de los musicales, pues es fácilmente la mejor película
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EliascJan 15, 2017

Without a doubt, 'LA LA Land' is the best film of the year and one of few films I plan on buying when the blu-ray is released. La La Land is an update to those Fred Astaire - Ginger Rodgers movies of the 1930's. Think 'Top Hat' or 'SwingWithout a doubt, 'LA LA Land' is the best film of the year and one of few films I plan on buying when the blu-ray is released. La La Land is an update to those Fred Astaire - Ginger Rodgers movies of the 1930's. Think 'Top Hat' or 'Swing Time'. Wonderful music and songs, great acting against a colorful backdrop of Los Angles locations. The quality of the cinematography, lighting, and set design is simply astonishing well done.… Expand

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subseqJan 14, 2017

My wife and I went to see this on a date night last Saturday, and was wowed by the opening scene, the wild and fun dance number on the overpass. Wonderful! Then the movie went right into the crapper. The instant the Emma Stone characterMy wife and I went to see this on a date night last Saturday, and was wowed by the opening scene, the wild and fun dance number on the overpass. Wonderful! Then the movie went right into the crapper. The instant the Emma Stone character flipped off the Ryan Gosling character from her car it was done. The rest of the movie was just as awful. And the next day this film went on to set a record for most Golden Globe awards. Who are these people who think this dreck is anything? It is another in a long line of pathetically pointless postmodern films, it has no direction, no depth, no dramatic tension, nothing to draw you into the story or the characters. Ryan Gosling's an okay actor (I liked him in Lars and the Real Girl and The Big Short) and Emma Stone's a poor one - she's just trying too hard and it was difficult to watch. What was this movie trying to be? A musical? A fantasy? A love story, comedy, drama??? Today's reigning postmodernism allows filmmakers to feel they can string a bunch of vacuous scenes together that appear to have some artistic novelty and think it's quality work. What is most scary is that Millennials eat this up. "Oh that part is so unique and special and it personally speaks to me because I myself have no direction or meaning in my life!" I see it in young adults' eyes everywhere. "There is no truth, I can make my own world, nobody can tell me what to do. And we can dance and sing to it!" Neither Gosling or Stone did those things very well, and the music was dreadful. It was agony to sit through this narcissistic adulation of nothingness. It got two Metacritic rating points here simply because of the first number.… Expand

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LinttaFlamingoJan 14, 2017

Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone are really giving their all and it shows. Their chemistry and the perfect musical score blended together make La La Land something very special and the whole theater was just jamming lol. The soundtrack is gonna beRyan Gosling and Emma Stone are really giving their all and it shows. Their chemistry and the perfect musical score blended together make La La Land something very special and the whole theater was just jamming lol. The soundtrack is gonna be on repeat for a while. La La Land is an easy recommendation.… Expand

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manybothansJan 14, 2017

I was blown away by this movie, both as a technical masterpiece and a poignantly human story. I created an account just to rate it, and I like neither musicals, nor jazz. I do, however, like cinema - and that is exactly what this is. 24k cinema.

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Rebecca31Jan 13, 2017

With the overwhelming level of cheesiness in the opening two numbers and as I'm not exactly a fan of musicals I was worried I'd hate La La Land. Thankfully my fears melted away in this beautifully captivating story. Perfect chemistry,With the overwhelming level of cheesiness in the opening two numbers and as I'm not exactly a fan of musicals I was worried I'd hate La La Land. Thankfully my fears melted away in this beautifully captivating story. Perfect chemistry, aesthetic set pieces and as for the music, well it's definitely one of the best movie soundtracks in recent years. Not necessarily the songs but the score itself is fabulous. Ryan Gosling looks better than he sings yet he sings better than I thought he would. The show stealer is without a doubt Emma Stone, giving an emotional and Oscar worthy performance. No my heart didn't break but I was lost in this wonderfully dreamy movie. Highly recommended.… Expand

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MattBrady99Jan 12, 2017

"I guess I'll see you in the movies".

"La La Land" follows Mia (Emma Stone), an aspiring actress, and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling), a dedicated jazz musician, struggling to make ends meet while pursuing their dreams in a city known for"I guess I'll see you in the movies".

"La La Land" follows Mia (Emma Stone), an aspiring actress, and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling), a dedicated jazz musician, struggling to make ends meet while pursuing their dreams in a city known for destroying hopes and breaking hearts. With modern day Los Angeles as the backdrop, this musical about everyday life explores what is more important: a once-in-a-lifetime love or the spotlight.

Back in 2014, there was a film called "Whiplash" that blew everyone away, including me. It was my 2nd favorite movie of that year and I had my eye out for the director next project. Wasn't very long until Damien Chazelle next film in was in post-production and was already a serious Oscar contender. I think "La La Land" and "Silence" was my most anticipated movies of 2016/17. And let me tell you, it did not disappoint.

"La La Land" is one of the best musicals I've seen since "Sweeney Todd" and "Singing in the Rain". It's a movie that lifts your spirit up and leaves you smiling though out. Even with today's generation of loud politics, four years of Trump, celebrities dying, and endless amount of pointless controversy. But then comes a musical about two people who are dreamers, that deal with inn conflict and show how dreams can lead to success. By making the impossible possible while living in a place where dreams come to die.

Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone were both dynamite in this movie. The relationship was sweet and relatable that I actually cared for what was going on. Even with the singing and dancing use as a tool that the characters express their happiness, sadness or disappointment was terrific. This is the best I've seen from Stone and Gosling. Both of them sparkle in this musical.

Damien Chazelle, what can I say about this guy. Chazelle as a film making is both amazing and inspirational. He's on a roll recently and if he's next two movies are brilliant, then he is the best living director today. In "La La Land", he follows a similar theme in his previous movie "Whiplash" about fighting for a dream and jazz, but this movie goes for more a light tone than a dark one. For the dramatic elements of the movie, I really like how he lets it go on for awhile as an emotional effect. He also got an eye for spectacle, because LA never looked so beautiful and fairy tale-like. What else is there to say, but Chazelle nailed it.

Without spoiling anything, but the last shot of this movie was so beautiful and yet sad at the same time. Chazelle sure knows how to end his movies and that's with a powerful punch.

My only complaint I have with the movie is that a few scenes could've been trimmed a bit, as it dragged for me. And while the homages to old musicals were fitting, but some was a bit down your throat. I wouldn't say repetitive (because it's not), but more of a "alright, I get it" kind of complaint. That's really it for flaws.

Overall rating: "La La Land" is simply wonderful. It's a firework of joy and excitement that it's really hard not to fall in love with it. I'm already looking forward to "First Man".… Expand

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kman5473Jan 12, 2017

Everything worked in this film for what the director was going after, and the result is not only the best film of the year, but also one of the best films ever. It's an instant classic, and I want to add this to my collection ASAP. If you'llEverything worked in this film for what the director was going after, and the result is not only the best film of the year, but also one of the best films ever. It's an instant classic, and I want to add this to my collection ASAP. If you'll notice, the major complaint that this film gets is just over the ending. And, specifically, that it's not how the audience wants it to end. Hear me out: those people are stupid and don't know how to watch a film. The core point of this film, and this builds gradually and gracefully throughout, is that sacrifices must be made in order to accomplish your dream(s). This film captures exactly what LA is - a wasteland populated by transplant dreamers too full of regret to not be bitter, to not be made jaded and cynical from a city that will chew you up and spit you out faster than you can scream for help. And its people; self-centered, and ambitious--constantly treading water just to keep their head above water in the hopes that they'll be alive long enough to find their own island of success. If anything, trying to find and maintain true love does, in fact, become the antagonist--just as it is in this film. At the end of the day, the inevitable choice must be made over the questions: why did you move here? What do you really want? To boot, performances by all were incredible. The soundtrack is perhaps the best in a decade. Though it is serious, and a harsh slap of reality to the face of any dreamer out there willing to pack it all up and move out to La La Land to go after their calling, it delivers 100%.… Expand

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MantisJan 12, 2017

The chemistry between Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone keeps amazing in this movie like no other. It has everything to make it a very enjoyable 2 hours of screen time of laughter, sadness, dancing, romancing, and life. Enjoy it!

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DatamariJan 12, 2017

La La Land is simply wonderful. You watch this movie and you just can't help but smile; it's such a heartfelt, sweet and uplifting movie about proving to the naysayers that you CAN do it. Gosling and Stone both play performers who fallLa La Land is simply wonderful. You watch this movie and you just can't help but smile; it's such a heartfelt, sweet and uplifting movie about proving to the naysayers that you CAN do it. Gosling and Stone both play performers who fall helplessly in love with each other, and while their performances aren't anything groundbreaking, it's their chemistry that makes them enjoyable to watch. Keep in mind, this isn't a movie about the struggles of making it in the music or actress business; this movie is meant to show the lighthearted side of life in L.A. The choreography is great, and the music is simply magical, City of Stars in particular is just beautiful. I guess my only real complaint is... well, Gosling can't sing, but that really doesn't matter, because Emma Stone makes up for it. La La Land is a fantastic film about dreams, passion and beauty, and it's by far my favorite film of 2016, and quite possibly one of the best of the decade. If you haven't seen this movie, what are you waiting for? Go experience it. Go dream.

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WaelJan 12, 2017

Soaring and fierce, no wonder La La Land is sweeping all the awards. It is a movie from the heart, to all hearts, very well crafted and visually stunning. The most important factor is the performances. Ryan Gosling just gave it his all, andSoaring and fierce, no wonder La La Land is sweeping all the awards. It is a movie from the heart, to all hearts, very well crafted and visually stunning. The most important factor is the performances. Ryan Gosling just gave it his all, and Emma Stone may have just reached the peak of her career (which she will last up upon with her pretty face and her funny persona). The soundtrack is dreamy and able to take you places. You will not stop smiling while watching this movie, take it from me. This film is gonna be in 10~20 years what Titanic or Shawshank Redemption or any Hitchcock is today. 10++++/10!… Expand

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danlapezoJan 10, 2017

После этого фильма вам дадут. 1200000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000/10.

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zmokJan 9, 2017

"All your jazz heroes, they were revolutionaries. But how do you expect to keep jazz live if you're such a traditionalist?"

This quote drives what Damien Chazelle and the people behind La La Land managed to accomplish. La La Land has the"All your jazz heroes, they were revolutionaries. But how do you expect to keep jazz live if you're such a traditionalist?"

This quote drives what Damien Chazelle and the people behind La La Land managed to accomplish. La La Land has the nostalgic charms and beauty of musical theater, was uncompromising in qualities that define and is celebrated in traditional musicals. La La Land didn't just bring traditional musical theatre to film, it used film to take musical theatre to another level. La La Land overcame the shortcomings and limitations of theatre with film. Imaginative gorgeous aesthetics, excellent unobtrusive storytelling, impeccable directing, precise pacing, magnificent performances by the leads.. What makes La La Land work so well for me is that amidst the romanticized nature of musical storytelling and visuals, the story of the film is grounded in harsh reality. La La Land beautifully celebrates idealism to deliver a greater impact when reality hits.

For me, as someone who loves the imaginative liberality of animations, emotional impacts of musicals and enchanting fantasy of art that leaves you at the mercy of its creators, La La Land is the pinnacle of a movie going experience so far in my life.… Expand

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PipeCJan 8, 2017

"La La Land" Is The Supreme Full-Length Feature Film of 2016 & The Most Sublime Musical Movie of The Last Two Centuries

"Whiplash—"winner of three Academy Awards, one Golden Globe, three BAFTAs, among others—was the shrewd introit of a"La La Land" Is The Supreme Full-Length Feature Film of 2016 & The Most Sublime Musical Movie of The Last Two Centuries

"Whiplash—"winner of three Academy Awards, one Golden Globe, three BAFTAs, among others—was the shrewd introit of a filmmaker who categorically intended to shake superfluous and commercial Hollywood, a gallant American with a transcendent and irreplaceable film intellect which has to be perpetuated, praised and enjoyed in its entirety in these recession times, he is Damien Chazelle. It was the preliminary feature film of three of the most solemn festivals in cinema, now Chazelle manufactures a modern masterpiece that is going to live on perpetually since not exclusively sketches the reviving of a relegated genre out, but runs blindingly and naturally a romantic study aesthetically stunning, tunefully stunning, narratively stunning, and functionally sublime.

"La La Land" is titled the third film led by the director; this has stars Emma Stone, Ryan Gosling and J. K. Simmons—although with an unusual minor character—among its ranks. Several people have pigeonholed it as melodramatic thing with musical taps, nevertheless, the celluloid transcends its own confines, splitting events course within four branches (the four seasons), which accentuates nature of every chapter in the story; however, although we are witnesses visibly of a narrative segmentation, spectators will not take long to apprehend that it is distributed in three fields directed by different genres and themes, what ultimately leads us to say that they are three independent stories correlated each other.

The story relates idealistic couple's adventures who lives in the district where professional disillusions of the planet settle: Hollywood, an arbitrary fable which will split up our divergent players. She yearns to predominate intransigently in the city of dreams; nonetheless, her aspirations are crumbling and dying by the unsuccessful castings and his job as an assistant in a coffee shop into Warner Bros. (an unbearable face to her suffering). On the other hand, he's a pianist who makes shows at weddings and private bars in order to open his own pub, getting his biggest design: protecting and rekindling the jazz exhausted flame. Later, their lives are adventitiously connected after a nocturnal walk in finding their automobiles, which originates a passionate love, overtakes a series of individual troubles. Although each of them obtained whom they loved, the nature of the unexpected will be at risk and the intrinsic of their relationship will keep them to the edge of the cornice, what in Hollywood would signify a death foretold.

It's irrefutable that Chazelle does not perform a neophyte exercise about actions which unfold with sections accompanied by singing and dancing since in his directional debut "Guy and Madeleine on a Park Bench" in addition to run notably his first steps within the matter, also emerged victorious in emulsifying melodrama with dazzling spontaneities. The initial section focuses on setting us in context within the dominant air through choreographic assemblies exuding pure vintage, these performances are honest reminiscences from monumental MGM productions: "Top Hat," "Singin' in the Rain," "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg," "An American in Paris," and more were potential sources for revitalization of classic musicals. "Another Day of Sun" is the attention epicenter and an ineffable and arduous choreographic display takes place along the vehicle bridge, acts recorded in false long takes as if it were Iñárritu. A frantic and exciting prelude, which adjusts the environment where our main leads are going to get along. In the second part grandiose dances ala Broadway drastically lessen and are replaced by sentimental treatment; and what we cannot forget in a film by the director are the symphonic scores which are maintained potent, nevertheless, it provides gradually more preponderance on screen to jazz. This is where the narrative arcs obtained greater strength and Stone's and Gosling's roles shine with profound and authentic performances. After it moves through the crazy musical of the first part and the plausible dramatic affair of the second section, Chazelle concludes with a final flourish with a sudden, indefatigable, agile and the cunning mechanism in the concomitant of the events which transmute narrative in films; It makes you feel as if the tragicomedy would come to an end, but indeed one twist more is coming. Finally, choreographic ensembles break out again, but this time, we have not seen them with the same dynamism and explosiveness, dances are carefully chosen to express story grief. He provided an inspirational greeting with "Whiplash", with "La La Land" consolidates himself as one of the major American filmmakers, permitting Stone's and Gosling's performances and entire components of the celluloid to receive a guaranteed nomination at the Oscars for this love letter to Hollywood cinema.… Expand

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CMCJan 8, 2017

This is an entertaining film worth seeing. So go see it.
That said, I am not happy to report that the movie comes up way short to its Hollywood and French musical antecedents; the gap between what the film aspires to and what it achieves isThis is an entertaining film worth seeing. So go see it.
That said, I am not happy to report that the movie comes up way short to its Hollywood and French musical antecedents; the gap between what the film aspires to and what it achieves is too great to ignore. The wide-screen Hollywood musicals were a tour-de-force of great singing talent, great dancing talent, flawless staging, studio lighting and cinematography. The actors just are not up to the task of singing and dancing, and I would argue that Ryan Gosling did not even act that well and served as a bit of a downer when exuberance is what was called for. The steadicam camerawork is really sloppy, frequently mis-framing and not using the wide-screen effectively, with many blurry portrait shots. There is occasional and shocking dark vignetting at the corners, and oftentimes mediocre to terrible lighting. The story line, dialogue and plot turns are as trivial as the movies of the past. It seems that the main virtue of the movie is that it is a contemporary attempt at the genre, but really does not offer a great critique or insightful iteration to those movies, it just is not as good. The insertion of the fake super-8 "memory" footage is one of the few attempts to change up the format, but it is a horrible and cheap conceit in any movie. The first scene promises what the rest of the movie does not offer, where the entire world breaks into song and dance. The romantic sparks between the two main characters for the rest of the film are not very emotional.… Expand

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perryrantsJan 7, 2017

my wife and i went to see this on my birthday. the best and most affecting emotional part of this movie was when it said THE END! i almost cried with overjoyeous relief of being rescued.

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yezoJan 7, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie is good. I recommend you to watch it.
First of all, I almost scared myself off at the beginning of the movie. The first singing and dancing of the big group. When I noticed the sound and the visual is not in syn, I was so worried that this is doomed. The first singing was not in syn, what can I expect for the rest of the movie. Thankfully, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling saved the day. All the singings are fine at the end.
If I were the edition, I would definitely ask the team to reshoot the first scene, edit it, or delete the whole thing. But I know the first scene connect with the scene at the end, so it might be a hard decision to delete it.
The story is great. The combination of drama and movie is cool. It does remind me of Birdman, but this is a more enjoyable and watchable.
I love the music. I think Justin Hurwitz proves himself with his talent after Whiplash.
If Hurwitz ever opens a bar, I will definitely visit it.… Expand

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MattyiceJan 6, 2017

La La Land is hands down one of the best (if not the best) film(s) of 2016. Gosling and Stone's chemistry is outstanding, the musical numbers are catchy as hell and well coordinated, the story is engaging, the themes are prominent, and, mostLa La Land is hands down one of the best (if not the best) film(s) of 2016. Gosling and Stone's chemistry is outstanding, the musical numbers are catchy as hell and well coordinated, the story is engaging, the themes are prominent, and, most of all, the background score by Justin Hurwitz is masterful. Overall, one of the best times I've had in quite some time and one of the best musicals to hit the big screen in decades.… Expand

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MasterRileyJan 5, 2017

La La Land is a beautiful film about the loving relationship between Mia (Emma Stone) and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and their passions for acting and jazz respectively. It tells a really grounded story that focuses on the characters making youLa La Land is a beautiful film about the loving relationship between Mia (Emma Stone) and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) and their passions for acting and jazz respectively. It tells a really grounded story that focuses on the characters making you fall in love with them. The casting is on point, Emma and Ryan give amazing performances and have really good chemistry together. The writing is thoughtful and clever as well, providing a great message and sastisfying twists along the way. And because it is a musical, I of course have to mention the dance pieces. They are wonderful. I love the song choices and the choreography of the dances. I also really appreciated the cinematography, as they chose to use a lot of long takes with smooth zooms and pans to follow the action rather than cutting all the time. And coming from seeing Whiplash I really enjoyed all the little references to that film, I feel as though La La Land is an unofficial sequel to it. Overall, it is a beautifully crafted film with a lot of heart and wonder. If you are a fan of musicals or just great movies in general you need to see this one.… Expand

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ImJustCrayJan 3, 2017

I figured this would be a chick flick, boy was I wrong. It's a love story but it's also the love of their arts. The dancing, the music, the way its filmed. Movies like this in my opinion only come along once every 5-10 year. I'm buying thisI figured this would be a chick flick, boy was I wrong. It's a love story but it's also the love of their arts. The dancing, the music, the way its filmed. Movies like this in my opinion only come along once every 5-10 year. I'm buying this so I can enjoy it again. It's a beautiful story.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeJan 3, 2017

La La Land might as well end up being in the awards stealing most of the wins especially for Best Film; nevertheless, La La Land still manages to live up its name by making it promising for the person behind the screen.

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fmmJan 3, 2017

With the exception of the brilliant opening sequence, another critical darling this year that disappoints. With so much talent - and given that this is a musical - could they not find actors who were better singers and dancers!?

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thoodeeJan 2, 2017

Was weary heading into this movie given that I don't care much for musicals, but I gotta say I was pleasantly surprised by this flick. Beautifully shot, nice jazz numbers, and who could not find Emma Stone hot in a "wifey material" kinda way.Was weary heading into this movie given that I don't care much for musicals, but I gotta say I was pleasantly surprised by this flick. Beautifully shot, nice jazz numbers, and who could not find Emma Stone hot in a "wifey material" kinda way. Haven't seen too many classic hollywood films, but this movie inspires you to want to dig and see what's out there.… Expand

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November8Jan 2, 2017

It is both very strange and fascinating that this movie is in my head for like one week and the best thing, is that i want to see it one more time, or even more that one more time. This is one of the best movie I have ever seen. 10/10!

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Jess_HillJan 2, 2017

There are some delightful sequences here in what should have been a wonderfully serendipitous film, but sadly the overall experience is lacklustre. Stone and Gosling make magic on occasion, but both have singing voices which aren't suited toThere are some delightful sequences here in what should have been a wonderfully serendipitous film, but sadly the overall experience is lacklustre. Stone and Gosling make magic on occasion, but both have singing voices which aren't suited to a musical, and whilst their performances are polished, they're not good enough to save the storyline from fading into mediocrity. The cinematography again has a few shining moments, but these are hampered by intermittent framing issues, producing blurred or confused compositions which detract from what are some magnificent sets. Finally, the score which is of the highest importance in a musical is adequate throughout, with a few moments of exquisite crafting that ultimately and disappointingly fail to elevate this film to the soaring heights which I expected. 6.97/10… Expand

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danielrckstrJan 1, 2017

La La Land strikes the right chord in provoking emotion and thought towards any dreamer's ambition to succeed. The incredible dance sequences and catchy original songs will stay with you as soon as the credits roll. Emma Stone shines in thisLa La Land strikes the right chord in provoking emotion and thought towards any dreamer's ambition to succeed. The incredible dance sequences and catchy original songs will stay with you as soon as the credits roll. Emma Stone shines in this role and Ryan Gosling is charming as well and you grow to like their characters and believe in their chemistry that you root for them to succeed and hurt for when they are struggling. At times you do believe that you're watching a 1950's movie in modern times and it felt great. Definitely watch it! 10/10… Expand

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nahtan1244Jan 1, 2017

I am not one for romance movies but by god was this a fantastic movie. I loved the characters of Emma stone and Ryan gosling. They felt real. Relatable in the sense that they are two ordinary joe's wanting to pursue what they love butI am not one for romance movies but by god was this a fantastic movie. I loved the characters of Emma stone and Ryan gosling. They felt real. Relatable in the sense that they are two ordinary joe's wanting to pursue what they love but struggle at. The camera work and dancing were all fantastic as well. especially at the end which I will not spoil but you should see it for yourself. I love musicals and i love jazz music so naturally i was going to like this movie and i did. The trailers were so bad at advertising for this movie. I highly recommend this movie for anyone looking for a good romance movie with two leads that have fantastic chemistry. I will be so mad if this movie does not win an Oscar of some sort.… Expand

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infinJan 1, 2017

La la is a genuinely spectacular movie. It is a musical which was not clear to me before I went in, but that just mad me even more excited to watch. La la land. La la is a love story between Gosling and Stone - a tale about a destined romanceLa la is a genuinely spectacular movie. It is a musical which was not clear to me before I went in, but that just mad me even more excited to watch. La la land. La la is a love story between Gosling and Stone - a tale about a destined romance and chasing dreams set amidst a hotch potch of musical eras and themes. It's a musical and visual smorgasbord - and the piano work by Gosling (real or produced) is amazing. the occasional dance scenes reinforced the nostalgia. Beautiful from beginning to end.… Expand

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stbombDec 31, 2016

Surprisingly charming and well-produced bit of entertainment. A feel-good movie with a couple of actors who demonstrate their talents, energy, and charisma.

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emrdrdDec 31, 2016

This is the only movie in years that I have wanted to see twice (in one week!). Note the nods to West Side Story and The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, but it is its own original film. Some people are complaining about the ending, but there IS aThis is the only movie in years that I have wanted to see twice (in one week!). Note the nods to West Side Story and The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, but it is its own original film. Some people are complaining about the ending, but there IS a happy ending; just not the one you were expecting. Brilliant.… Expand

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