La La Land
Lionsgate | Release Date: December 9, 2016
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JacobDec 26, 2016
La La Land is an incredible film. Fans of old school musicals will enjoy the homage and references the film gives. Those tired of it will appreciate the meta-self-aware approach the film has and how it finds something new to say about it.La La Land is an incredible film. Fans of old school musicals will enjoy the homage and references the film gives. Those tired of it will appreciate the meta-self-aware approach the film has and how it finds something new to say about it. Film buffs will enjoy the care put into the film from the cinematography, inclusion/lack of music, and meta-commentary. All of it comes together to form an incredible whole that deserves to be seen by everyone.… Expand
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nutterjrDec 22, 2017
This year my love and I gathered a couple of dozen people on a warm summer night on the rooftop of a house in one of the beautiful Greek islands and projected the film onto a neighbour's wall we spent all afternoon painting bright white.This year my love and I gathered a couple of dozen people on a warm summer night on the rooftop of a house in one of the beautiful Greek islands and projected the film onto a neighbour's wall we spent all afternoon painting bright white. Any film that makes you want to dance, sing and love out loud is a film worth many re-watches and this re-watch was my favourite one.… Expand
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TokyochuchuMar 16, 2017
There are many great movies out there to enjoy. But it's only occasionally that a movie can come along and totally shift your perceptions of a certain genre. La La Land is that movie for me and musicals. I hate musicals. All that unnecessaryThere are many great movies out there to enjoy. But it's only occasionally that a movie can come along and totally shift your perceptions of a certain genre. La La Land is that movie for me and musicals. I hate musicals. All that unnecessary singing and dancing and saccharine sweetness. No thank you. But La La Land legitimately blew my mind out the back of my skull. It takes you up to peaks of dizzy joy but also plunges you down into the abyss of heartbreak. It's an emotional rollercoaster ride of a film and all that unnecessary singing and dancing... I loved every second of it! La La Land is an absolute masterpiece and easily one of the best movies I've seen for a very long time. Plus the soundtrack is incredible!… Expand
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MoviebuffreviewDec 9, 2016
After watching this film at the Chicago International Film Festival, my original plan was to wait until closer to the film's actual release date to give my thoughts on it. However, after sitting with it for two days, with the images andAfter watching this film at the Chicago International Film Festival, my original plan was to wait until closer to the film's actual release date to give my thoughts on it. However, after sitting with it for two days, with the images and sounds still sweeping through my mind, I cannot help myself. I will be as vague as possible, because I do not want to ruin the experience of seeing it for the first time, but I have to talk about it.

La La Land, as it has been advertised, pays homage to classic movie musicals. Not only does it visually allude to films such as Singin' in the Rain and The Band Wagon, but it also preserves the upbeat, wondrous tone of those classics. There is something wonderful about seeing this tone and style recreated for a modern film. Cynicism and pretentiousness are completely absent from this film, and nostalgia and joy take their place.

But calling La La Land a terrific recreation of the classic movie musical is selling it short. Like director Damien Chazelle's previous work, La La Land has much more going on narratively than the movie may lead people to believe. On the surface, this is a love story about two artists trying to make their ways in Los Angeles. However, this framework is deceptively simple.

La La Land forces us to think about the realities of personal relationships and artistic endeavors. It explores the excitement of our dreams, the hardships of pursuing these dreams, and forces the audience to question the importance of both. Fortunately, Chazelle never looks down on the audience with these ideas. They are not presented in a heavy handed manner, and he never forces you to think a certain way.

On top of its thematic richness, La La Land has one of the best understandings of film as a storytelling medium that I have seen in recent years. On the surface, it is the most technically astounding. The cinematography is stunning, and the soundtrack is beautiful. Even better is that both the visuals and soundtrack are never used in a way that is shallow or uninteresting. La La Land has an understanding of how to tell a story visually. It understands the power of sequencing, the power images can have on the emotional impact of a story, and the way in which these images simultaneously indulge our fantasies and remind us of our humanity.

In other words, for me, it embodies everything that I love about movies.

There are instances that everyone can recall in a cinema where we have felt what I like to call "movie magic." These are evoked by the films that completely absorb us into its world, and movies that have a lasting, personal impact on us far beyond the theater. They are the films that we hold as the pinnacle of what makes watching movies so great.

La La Land is one of those movies.

During its 128 minute running time, the only time I wanted to look away from the screen was to turn to the people around me and check and see if they were experiencing the same kind of magic that I was. I can affirm that everyone I saw in my theater was.

La La Land is a masterpiece. It is not only the best movie of 2016 so far, but also possibly one of the best of the decade. It's spectacular, stunning, moving, and absolutely magical.… Expand
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jesusleonOct 16, 2017
Amazing beautiful film, one of the best of last years... If this film doesnt deserve the best film oscar who knowns whats happening inside the academy...
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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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keanexFeb 16, 2020
La La Land is a movie that affected me deeply from start to finish. Vibrant colors, beautiful songs, excellent acting, fantastic cinematography, and top-notch acting are aplenty in this film. The first time I viewed La La Land it took myLa La Land is a movie that affected me deeply from start to finish. Vibrant colors, beautiful songs, excellent acting, fantastic cinematography, and top-notch acting are aplenty in this film. The first time I viewed La La Land it took my breath away, and I don't mean that metaphorically, I literally did not think to breath for at least 10 seconds. I felt that the world had paused, it hit me hard with the brilliant ending sequence. I've since seen La La Land 3 more times and each time it still affects me emotionally, Damien Chazelle has done it again. I had no idea he directed this and Whiplash when I had first seen this, but I was a huge fan of Whiplash as another movie that affected me emotionally. La La Land is a masterpiece and has solidified itself as my favorite movie of all-time. It is beautiful in every capacity, vibrant and boisterous as much as it is melancholy. Thank you Damien for creating this movie.… 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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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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SpangleDec 16, 2016
Postmodernism is a film theory that suggests that there is nothing original anymore. If it could be made, it has been made and we are doomed to simply remake a once original idea in perpetuity. Postmodernism also includes ideas regardingPostmodernism is a film theory that suggests that there is nothing original anymore. If it could be made, it has been made and we are doomed to simply remake a once original idea in perpetuity. Postmodernism also includes ideas regarding nostalgia and hyperreality, positing that cities such as Los Angeles may physically be real, but are in fact, dream worlds that are not actually there. In Damien Chazelle's latest work and, dare I say already, his magnum opus, La La Land, this theory takes center stage. Presenting a world of nostalgia of past love, of old Hollywood, and of jazz, La La Land takes place in the hyperreality of Los Angeles. Though undeniably a celebration of the past and showcasing Chazelle's admiration for old school filmmaking, La La Land is also a critique of nostalgia.

To critique and subvert rules, however, you must understand them. You must embrace them and then tear them apart at the seams so that may no longer be put together. In the first half of the film, Chazelle does exactly this. With large, kinetic, and detailed choreography and musical scenes, the opening sequence is straight out of 1940s/1950s Hollywood with the golden age of MGM. On the wall of Mia Dolan's (Emma Stone) bedroom is a poster of Ingrid Bergman. Another poster in the common area of her apartment has a movie poster featuring John Lancaster and Ava Gardner. Mia works in the Warner Bros. lot across the street from where Casablanca was shot. She and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) have a first date watching Rebel Without a Cause at an old school moviehouse that uses film. The scene of Mia and her roommates strutting down the road is colorful, bombastic, and embraces the vibrancy of old school musicals. La La Land, right down to the details, is about old Hollywood. Similarly, it is about old school Jazz. Sebastian, a piano player, loves jazz and its history. He dreams of opening a jazz club honoring Charlie Parker in its title and replacing the bastardization of the music he loves with its pure past. With bright spotlights, a deep blue hue to the scene, and gorgeous suits, Sebastian's every look and action embraces the history of jazz. The film lush, jazzy score in these moments and its nostalgic song "City of Stars" embrace this world. Yet, both old Hollywood and old school jazz are merely a mirage now. "City of Stars" - a beautifully written and composed piece of music - is dreamy in its melody. It glides by and paints a gorgeous picture of a world that does not exist. This applies to the elements that celebrated here by Chazelle. They are in the past, though they can still be loved, they are not to be emulated. In creating this world initially though, Chazelle strictly follows postmodernism. He uses Los Angeles' hyperreality to create dream sequences that play out in real life. From Mia and Sebastian tap dancing with a view of the city beneath them or them floating up into the stars in an observatory, Chazelle highlights the city's dream-like state of being. During the entirety of the film, the city has a blue filter over it and the end result is that it feels distant and otherworldly. It never feels attainable and - in the minds of Mia, Sebastian, and the audience - the city exists solely in our dreams. And boy do our couple ever dream. Both have huge dreams and, initially, they encourage one another to follow these dreams. Mia follows her acting dream by writing her own one-woman play. Sebastian joins a band in order to raise funds. However, their obsession with the past tears them down. Mia fails. Her play is a failure and no one attends. Her only hope is a TV show that mixes Dangerous Minds with The OC and bears no resemblance to the old Hollywood style of filmmaking she so adores. Sebastian plays music in a band with a guy he hates as the lead singer and music that betrays the soul of the jazz music he loves. Both have sold out and have careened off course. Why? Because of the nostalgia. They became so infatuated with their love of the past, they tried to live it and become a part of the past. Unfortunately, time travel does not yet exist and this is impossible. Times change and things move forward. If you move to the past, you will be left behind in favor of the future. Here, nostalgia can be a destructive force and serves only to distract one from moving forward and attacking life. For Mia and Sebastian, their love of the past distracted them from their goals and, instead of working towards those goals, their reverse focus led to them walking backwards away from their goals. Their relationship even falls into this nostalgia, as evidenced by the very end. Chazelle breaks up the film into seasons, beginning with winter. Here, Mia and Sebastian are incredibly cold to one another and barely know each other. By spring, things heat up and begin to simmer. In summer, their love is brimming with happiness and joy.… 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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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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foxgroveDec 13, 2016
La La Land is that rare movie that starts at the top and then goes on and up. At a time when musicals are not at all fashionable this one knocks it out of the park on all emotional and aesthetic levels. It is without question the best film ofLa La Land is that rare movie that starts at the top and then goes on and up. At a time when musicals are not at all fashionable this one knocks it out of the park on all emotional and aesthetic levels. It is without question the best film of the year. An audacious opening song and dance number on an L A freeway sets the tone and here is where audiences will either embrace it or leave. Those who stay will be treated to one of those transcendent experiences that are all too rare in today's cinema. Who knew that Emma Stone could be this good demonstrating a range, and a voice, that takes one completely by surprise. Wonderfully supported by Ryan Gosling, the pair effortlessly create chemistry usually not seen outside a lab. Their renditions of a clutch of memorable songs are dynamically performed and stunningly choreographed. Stone's dulcet tones singing' Audition- The fools who dream' is heartbreakingly evocative and succeeds in raising the hairs on one's arms and neck. In fact the score and sound make the film seem like a throwback to an earlier age as does the gorgeous colour cinematography. Technically, every aspect of this unique entertainment has the wow factor. Emotionally the film is very well grounded with its biggest flight of fancy taking place at the Griffith observatory. Director Damien Chazelle trumps his achievement on 'Whiplash' by triumphantly reviving a moribund genre. That he has produced such a dazzling and accomplished piece of cinema in the process is no small feat. If this doesn't win best picture and actress at next year's Oscars (it will of course be loaded with them) then the Academy members themselves must be living in La La Land.… Expand
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SEROJOct 16, 2017
If this is not a masterpiece, then i don't know what is. The soundtrack, the plot and the directing were absolutely top notch! I believe its going to be remembered for many decades!
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Movie1997Dec 30, 2016
Wow oh wow! What a film! After much anticipation, I finally got to see the follow up to director Damien Chazelle's breakout hit "Whiplash". This movie blew me away. For someone who is not into musical's, this one locked me in from start toWow oh wow! What a film! After much anticipation, I finally got to see the follow up to director Damien Chazelle's breakout hit "Whiplash". This movie blew me away. For someone who is not into musical's, this one locked me in from start to finish. Every song in the movie is fantastic and the musical set pieces truly compliment the songs in such stylish fashion. This is very much in the vein of 1940s and 1950s musicals while still being its own thing. The movie is also a love story between Mia and Sebastian played by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. This is not only their third collaboration together, but easily their best. Both Stone and Gosling give the performances of their careers. They bring out a lot of great comedy and make you believe that anything is possible. I believe they both should get best acting oscar nominations. The movie showcases the struggles of following your dreams with the complications of being in a relationship. I love how the title has a double meaning. Los Angeles (where the movie takes place) is also known as La La Land. The place where dreams are made. However, the movie shows how difficult and frustrating that idea can be and how the real world is nothing like the movies tend to make it out to be. Which leads to why the movie ended in such a heartbreaking but touching way. It takes hard work to pursue your dreams, but not everything turns out the way you want it in the end. There are some sacrifices to be made in life and the ending really hit me hard with that message. This is by far the best movie of 2016! It is a beautifully directed musical that presents interesting ideas while paying homage to old classics. I give "La La Land" an A+!… Expand
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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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francisrgoDec 29, 2016
Essentially the Best Film of 2016. La La Land is a masterpiece and brilliant, it is romantic and poignant. I love Musicals and this was just perfect in every way. Damien Chazelle, like Whiplash, creates a world and story that everyone canEssentially the Best Film of 2016. La La Land is a masterpiece and brilliant, it is romantic and poignant. I love Musicals and this was just perfect in every way. Damien Chazelle, like Whiplash, creates a world and story that everyone can connect to, dealing with striving for perfection or reminiscing old love. Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling have perfect chemistry, add with great song, music and lyrics, the movie can't get any better.… Expand
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moviemitch96Dec 18, 2016
Far and out the best movie I've seen all year, and with the very end of the year rapidly approaching, I think it's highly likely that it'll stay that way! I simply can't heap enough praise upon this film! Everything it about it was absolutelyFar and out the best movie I've seen all year, and with the very end of the year rapidly approaching, I think it's highly likely that it'll stay that way! I simply can't heap enough praise upon this film! Everything it about it was absolutely perfect and amazing! The song and dance numbers were all an absolute joy to watch and did such a wonderful job of paying homage to many golden age musicals and classic cinema! Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone have never been better and were perfectly in tune with each other! The story and message is universal and was one I certainly felt that I could relate to and many others as well I'm sure, because if there's any movie that you need to lift your spirits and remind you to always follow your dreams, this is the one to turn to without a doubt! Just when I thought that director Damien Chazelle couldn't possibly outdo himself after 2014's also brilliant "Whiplash", man was I in for a pleasant and more than welcome reality check with this film! Overall, it's a film that made me laugh, smile, and even just about cry tears of joy from start to finish! Why can't more films be as beautiful and joyful as this!? Then again, that's what'll help this film stand out all the more and make it remain not just as an even more unique and special film, but also an even more unique and special experience for years and years to come!… Expand
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43in2014Mar 2, 2017
The short story: The film wakes you up at the beginning and then makes you love the two leads as they go through their struggles with work and love life. I love it!
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Related media: There are no related media to this film. > What's it like?:The short story: The film wakes you up at the beginning and then makes you love the two leads as they go through their struggles with work and love life. I love it!
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What's it like?: It starts with an upbeat song about the aspirations of those who wish to succeed in LA that really wakes you up and make you hunger for more. It then elaborates on what an actor and a musician would need to do to succeed in LA, as they fall in love with each other and you fall in love with them. It’s a musical, but one that you can tolerate as it doesn’t unnecessarily go into a song at every opportunity.
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1. The opening upbeat song, Another Day of Sun, wakes you and prepares you to like the rest of the film.
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2. The two leads are very charming and you’d love them to make it in the end.
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3. All of the other songs are as good as the opener.
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4. This is a musical that you can tolerate as the actors do not unnecessarily break into song at every opportunity.
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5. The melancholic ending. The best love stories have melancholic endings.
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Cons: The ending? Ha ha… No, that’s not a con. Think Casablanca.
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How would the different age groups rate it?
Children: Good
Teenagers: Good Young adults: Excellent
Medium age adults: Excellent
Old adults: Excellent
My rating: 5/5 (no half scores). Watch it in the cinema and then buy the DVD.… 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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MiracSpectacDec 19, 2017
La La Land has quickly become one of my favorite movies of all time, if not my favorite. It's full of hope and challenge that is equal and pure to life. It encapsulates real emotion and ambition that I believe many dreamers can really relateLa La Land has quickly become one of my favorite movies of all time, if not my favorite. It's full of hope and challenge that is equal and pure to life. It encapsulates real emotion and ambition that I believe many dreamers can really relate to. All of this is told through a bold story and spellbinding music, making for what I would consider to be a near perfect movie.… Expand
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potatoman222Jul 21, 2017
As vezes assistimos a filmes antigos que nos trazem brilho no olhar e ao mesmo tempo nos perguntamos: "Por que não fazem mais filmes assim?" La La Land é sobre isso. Um sentimento saudosista que mescla o melhor da era de ouro de Hollywood,As vezes assistimos a filmes antigos que nos trazem brilho no olhar e ao mesmo tempo nos perguntamos: "Por que não fazem mais filmes assim?" La La Land é sobre isso. Um sentimento saudosista que mescla o melhor da era de ouro de Hollywood, mas sem pesar demais na nostalgia, tornando-o assim, uma espécie de retro-futurista. Mia e Sebastian são dois sonhadores vivendo em Los Angeles. De um lado Mia (Emma Stone) sonha em ser uma atriz famosa, porém em meio a tantos testes, ainda não encontrou seu papel. Já Sebastian (Ryan Gosling) é um jovem apaixonado por Jazz que sonha em ter seu próprio clube, porém sofre com a falta de popularidade do gênero musical. Quando o destino dos dois se cruzam, temos o nosso filme.
La La Land é, a cima de tudo, sobre sonhos. A força de vontade e a paixão que os personagens tem seja pelo Jazz ou pela atuação, inspira o telespectador. Damien Chazelle triunfa ao mesclar elementos do cinema clássico com regalias modernas. A inspiração é clara no longa, mas em nenhum momento o filme se torna nostálgico demais, ele anda com as próprias pernas e cria sua identidade própria. Stone e Gosling já provaram sua perfeita sintonia em filmes como 'Crazy Stupid Love' e 'Gangster Squad' e agora, em sua terceira colaboração, os dois brilham juntos. Emma atua com sutilidade, seus gestos, sua voz, a dança...Tudo contribui para a construção de uma personagem que é ao mesmo tempo doce e atrevida. Stone é o coração de La La Land, ainda mais quando está junta com Gosling, que por sua vez, também não fica para trás. Ryan da vida com mestria para Sebastian, um personagem apaixonado e ao mesmo tempo apaixonante. Em todas as suas cenas juntos, Emma e Ryan conquistam um pouco mais o coração da audiência, suas vozes juntos criam um contraste agridoce que é tão agradável aos ouvidos quanto suas danças tímidas são agradáveis aos olhos. Mesmo não sendo profissionais em dança e canto como Gene Kelly e Debbie Reynolds por exemplo, é visível o esforço dos dois e seus passos acanhados e vozes suaves são mais que suficiente para relevar este pequeno detalhe. Tecnicamente falando, La La Land é irretocável. Chazelle brinca com as cores no longa, sempre podemos observar a presença de uma luz neon refletindo no rosto de um dos protagonistas. O figurino é sempre com cores primas, cores estas que estão sempre presentes na palheta do filme, o figurino é um dos grandes méritos do filme, pois é moderno e ao mesmo tempo retro, assim como diversas coisas no longa. A fotografia também se destaca. As cores vivas do céu contribuem para cenas espetaculares. O compromisso de fazer um trabalho bem executado gera resultados aqui. A explosão de cores, seja no céu ou no figurino gera reação imediata da audiência e ainda é um deleite para os olhos de quem assiste. Como dito a cima, a direção de Damian Chazelle atinge seu ápice aqui. Sua direção é extremamente competente. Logo na cena inicial do longa, vemos uma cena de musical em um engarrafamento onde todos os jovens saem de seus devidos carros e começam a dançar. Toda a cena é filmada em plano sequência com takes abertos e aí temos uma noção da excelência do diretor. La La Land é uma doce carta de amor para a era de ouro de Hollywood. Suas músicas doces e animadas ficam grudadas em sua cabeça e a beleza vista aqui vai muito além dos aspectos técnicos. Simplesmente um filme para ser eternizado.… Expand
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MalamarJan 24, 2020
La La Land is beautifully constructed with the mind set being how can we make a lovable story that has some modern problems in it but make it a musical. Some of the senses will have your jaw drop. Absolutely beautiful. With amazingLa La Land is beautifully constructed with the mind set being how can we make a lovable story that has some modern problems in it but make it a musical. Some of the senses will have your jaw drop. Absolutely beautiful. With amazing cinematography, score, and acting by Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling this is a must see movie.… Expand
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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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Daniel17Apr 18, 2017
La La Land is a pure cinematic musical experience. It's one of the best musical films since Mary Poppins. All thanks to its charming story, likeable characters, brilliant acting including the performances of Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone,La La Land is a pure cinematic musical experience. It's one of the best musical films since Mary Poppins. All thanks to its charming story, likeable characters, brilliant acting including the performances of Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone, excellent cinematography, unique production designs and unforgettable songs. You should all go and see this movie. It's worth a watch. You'll have no regrets.… 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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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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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.

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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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badgerryan19May 19, 2017
I've been holding off on my top movies of the year list just for this film and Silence and thank god I did. This movie was beautifully made and not one flaw in it. The music was superb and the acting from Gosling and Stone was great asI've been holding off on my top movies of the year list just for this film and Silence and thank god I did. This movie was beautifully made and not one flaw in it. The music was superb and the acting from Gosling and Stone was great as always. The cinematography was fantastic too. I absolutely love the story as well with two young talented people trying to pursue and achieve there dreams. Damien Chazelle's first film Whiplash was superb and thus one surprisingly tops that.… 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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danlapezoJan 10, 2017
После этого фильма вам дадут. 1200000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000/10.
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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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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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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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ethanct86Dec 20, 2016
The opening shot of La La Land shows us a jammed highway of Los Angeles on a (snowless and warm) winter morning. Almost as if caused by the evident claustrophobia, everyone exits their cars and, on cue, sings us their individual stories. ThisThe opening shot of La La Land shows us a jammed highway of Los Angeles on a (snowless and warm) winter morning. Almost as if caused by the evident claustrophobia, everyone exits their cars and, on cue, sings us their individual stories. This is Los Angeles, the land where dreams are made and destroyed. People hop on cars, dance in sync for miles and miles, and play instruments out in the open like nobody cares. Magnificent. This is what the rest of the movie’s going to feel like.

Go back and read my first sentence again. I said “opening shot.” Yes, the entire opening scene is one whole goshdanged shot. The entire movie is made out of long shots. Most of the time, longshots don’t work well other than to show off some technical feat; they make you feel like you’re holding your breath for an unnecessarily long time. On the other hand, La La Land’s opening shot is like letting out a breath.This shot sets up the chaotic atmosphere of the first meeting between Mia and Sebastian. But it’s not how your typical friendship would start: Sebastian honks his horn at Mia with the what-the-heck look; Mia gives him the birdie and returns the what-the-heck look.

After that encounter we follow Mia around in her daily life. She’s an employee at a café in a major studio’s lot trying to make her big break in acting. Beginning with the incident on the highway, her day hasn’t been going too well. And after a party that frustrates her more than enlivens her—a funless event that ends with her car being towed—she follows a wisp of beautiful piano music that drags her inside a bar where she encounters the pianist: Sebastian.

Here we jump back to their first encounter in the morning, but this time, instead of following Mia this time, we follow Sebastian and note his daily life, too. He’s a jazz pianist struggling to pay his bills while his one job is in a bar playing boring Christmas songs that nobody wants to hear and he doesn’t want to play. Then, in a feat of both emotional bravo and idiocy, he plays an unassigned piece, consequently getting him fired. Mia approaches him, but he violently brushes past her. It’s like they were meant for each other but they don’t think so.

The story’s simple. Plot twist or surprises are lacking. It’s a path that goes up and down the bumpy road of their lives. A guy and girl meet, but their careers make their relationship to struggle. Should they follow their dreams, or sacrifice their dreams to spend time with each other? The story builds(or descends, depends on how you look at it) in small episodes that lead the tension to a depressing finale. Each episode is a link in a chain, not a piece of a puzzle where the story calls back the earlier scenes for an important event.

The finale is surprising at first, but—think about it—it appears that the movie has been leading up to it the whole time—we just didn’t see it coming because we hoped so much it wouldn’t happen.Director Damien Chazelle obsession with music is very evident, not only in the film but also within his career. His directorial debut was a musical much like La La Land; he made his sophomore product about a drummer and his violently dedicated band leader; he wrote a screenplay about a pianist who has to play a concert perfectly or else. Through his dedication that soaks through this dream project, La La Land soars beautifully.

Justin Hurwitz, Chazelle’s college roommate, composes a score so vibrantly rooted in the old musicals yet engrained with that modern 21st-century intensity (he had supposedly sent 1,900 piano demos to Chazelle before settling on... six songs). This is a guy to keep an eye out for.

There is no film like La La Land. Thinking revolutionary like Les Miserables? Or bombastic like West Side Story? Or oddly magical like Wizard of Oz?

This is the best way I can put it: it’s all the great movie musicals and romances you have seen, but, at the same time, it’s not. Though it borrows heavily from almost every classic, it is unique in its entirety. Don’t miss this movie. Some of you probably heard me quote this paragraph from The New Yorker’s Anthony Lane, and I can’t stress it enough:

“Catch the film on the largest screen you can find, with a sound system to match, even if that means journeying all day. Have a drink beforehand. And, whatever you do, don’t wait for a DVD or a download. The mission of this movie will be fulfilled only if it is seen by those—especially kids—… who may not know what busy thrills can bloom, without recourse to violence, from the simplest things.”

You won’t have another chance to see it in theaters until—maybe—it’s rereleased into theaters in a couple years. But by then, it’ll be too late and regret will not be enough to compensate your missed opportunity.… 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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iamluizMay 6, 2017
Incredible. Stone shines in this masterpiece, with lovely scenes and a lot of dreams. Chazelle's direction is assured and makes the movie even better.
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IzagoJun 5, 2018
O melhor filme musical e um dos melhores filmes de todos os tempos, La La Land consegue fazer o que poucos filmes fazem, te prender e te colocar dentro do filme, e como quase nenhum faz, te faz olhar o quão é belo essa obra em todos osO melhor filme musical e um dos melhores filmes de todos os tempos, La La Land consegue fazer o que poucos filmes fazem, te prender e te colocar dentro do filme, e como quase nenhum faz, te faz olhar o quão é belo essa obra em todos os aspectos, atores atuando como se fossem apenas um, ambiente, roteiro, canção, trilha sonora, dança, filmagem tudo é simplismente espetacular, e esse filme mostra como realmente fazemos e pensamos, como poderia ser se é que me entende.… 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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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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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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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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cocorlt98Mar 4, 2017
That movie let me spechless and it's so rare... I was waiting for a musical like that for so long, glad to saw that movie. Songs are so beautiful btw. Masterpiece litterally
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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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amalramDec 21, 2016
Absolutely stunning. I had to make a 260 km journey just to watch this movie and that means 5 hrs on train here. And it was totally worth it. Acting, Cinematography and the music, everything was was perfect. Soundtrack was magical.Just lovedAbsolutely stunning. I had to make a 260 km journey just to watch this movie and that means 5 hrs on train here. And it was totally worth it. Acting, Cinematography and the music, everything was was perfect. Soundtrack was magical.Just loved it. Watch it in theaters.… Expand
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EpsilonSigmaMuMay 12, 2017
Damien Chazelle gives us another solid example why he is one of the best new directors of the last decade with his ever growing signature style of crisp production design, sublime cinematography, and a mastery of all things to do with musicDamien Chazelle gives us another solid example why he is one of the best new directors of the last decade with his ever growing signature style of crisp production design, sublime cinematography, and a mastery of all things to do with music by perfectly resurrecting the big budget movie musical. Stunning single take numbers, wonderful choreography and composition, and of course the engaging chemistry of the two leads make La La Land a perfectly reasonable choice for the best film of 2016.… 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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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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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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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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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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SalmonPeachDec 11, 2016
Majestic! The setting is awesome, music is soulful and the story is so heart-warming. If you've always been skeptical about musicals, this movie is going to destroy all your doubt and principles about it. The Oscar's for best picture goes to...
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moviefollower12Dec 12, 2016
Beautifully directed and choreographed, this is truly a film to behold. The magical song and dance numbers, the simple but deeply relatable storyline, and the fantastic performances from Gosling and Stone are all reasons to see thisBeautifully directed and choreographed, this is truly a film to behold. The magical song and dance numbers, the simple but deeply relatable storyline, and the fantastic performances from Gosling and Stone are all reasons to see this heartwarming and wondrous film.… Expand
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davidarandafJul 10, 2017
A full musical experience as we haven't seen it in years, La La Land manages to transmit a wide variety of pure raw emotions, including love, hate, disappointment and most of all, hope. The acting by the marvelous movie couple Emma Stone andA full musical experience as we haven't seen it in years, La La Land manages to transmit a wide variety of pure raw emotions, including love, hate, disappointment and most of all, hope. The acting by the marvelous movie couple Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling is astonishing and helps the audience connect and reflecte their own hopes and dreams in their characters.… Expand
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thaotran202Dec 24, 2016
Speechless and sobbing. It's a normal love story that you have to be brave to be there. Be in love with someone is easy, but be in love with your dream is harder
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sweetdreamplaceDec 28, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Listen very carefully. I cannot imagine being the only person alive who interprets the ending to this exquisitely beautiful movie the way I do? Oh by the way the Oscar race for best picture is officially over two months ahead of time because La La Land will win in a landslide. But back to the confusing and vaguely nightmarish ending. If you insist on labelling it bittersweet then at least recognize it as five pounds of bitter and four ounces of sweet. But here is the clincher. The ending is not real. Think back to when Mia was in the restaurant with her boyfriend and another couple. Bored out of her mind and feeling out of place she is startled to hear the pretty piano motif that Sebastian was playing at the supper club she had wandered into earlier in the movie. Alas the music could not have been playing on the juke box because it was Sebastian's song and at that point he was just a nobody with no record contract. So it is our first taste in the movie that something surreal is taking place. She escapes and meets Sebastian at the movies to see "Rebel Without A Cause." As they are just about to explore their first kiss the screen dissolves. Later on in the movie as shadows start to hover while driving by the same retro movie house she notices it is shuttered up for good. Just like the real life star of the movie James Dean who died prematurely. During the latter half of the movie I was wondering and anticipating when the next song and dance number would take place since the previous four were so swoony and catchy and sweet. Soon Mia and Sebastian have their first serious fight over a surprise dinner Sebastian had made which echoes a line in a Smiths song that goes " I just liked you more when you were hopelessly poor." Sebastian reels Mia back in after her seemingly failed one woman show and after some give and take he talks her into another audition. It is at this point much like another movie set in Hollywood "Mulholland Drive" where the story turns surreal. Mia sings her heart out during the audition in a song entitled "Audition (The Fools Who Dream) with lines that include "and died with a flicker and I'll always remember the flame and I trace it all back to that".
She has one last hesitant talk with Sebastian before heading off for Paris to prep for her breakthrough role. The movie jumps five years later and we see that Mia has obtained stardom as she orders form the very same barista she used to work at and jumps into her mini cab to be shuttled back to the studios we presume. But you sense a chill in the air and a lack of intimacy we have felt throughout for Mia. We discover she has a husband and small child around the age of two or so. Everyone in the audience is asking the same question? Why isn't she with Sebastian her lover and dance partner with the stars? Mia and her husband are heading to some event or something and there is another traffic jam similar to the one that opens the movie but this one is at night. Mia suggests they veer off and they end up stopping at a jazz club. Lo and behold it is Sebastian's club ( he finally opened up his own club) and it is named after Mia's suggestion Seb's with the cute bar note replacing the apostrophe just like she suggested. After some music Sebastian, master of ceremonies appears and spots Mia in the crowd. He sits down and plays "their song" the motif she heard the first time she saw him playing. Her mind is swirling in technicolor musical magnificence as she imagines an alternative life with Sebastian and "their" child. Sebastian finishes the song and Mia decides they should leave. But before parting she glances back at Sebastian with tears in her eyes of memories and what could have been. So why the mysterious and vaguely bewildering ending to this sublime piece of movie making. Think folks. Do you really think it is plausible Mia would not know that Sebastian now owns a club in the very town she has been working in? Although it is not directly implied Sebastian in real life must have died probably while Mia was in Paris and Mia was imagining her love in an alternative setting. We first see Mia in the movie improvising in her car rehearsing. By the end of the movie she has nailed the acting part down with her heartfelt "Audition (The Fools Who dream) song but this heartbreak carries over and fuses with her own life as her true love has vanished as well.… Expand
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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MSeguraUsuaFeb 26, 2017
This is not a romance. This is not a drama. This is not a musical. This is maybe one dream that I cannot make true. I agree, what a waste of lovely night. Here is to the fools who dream.
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amandacostaMar 1, 2017
Simplesmente perfeito, cenas dificílimas em plano sequencia, cores incríveis, ótima direção de arte, perfeito entrosamento entre atores, e a melhor trilha sonora de musical que já ouvi. Além de ser uma perfeita homenagem a Hollywood e aSimplesmente perfeito, cenas dificílimas em plano sequencia, cores incríveis, ótima direção de arte, perfeito entrosamento entre atores, e a melhor trilha sonora de musical que já ouvi. Além de ser uma perfeita homenagem a Hollywood e a vários filmes históricos.… Expand
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kaslousndFeb 17, 2020
This is the best movie I've ever seen in my entire life. I just love it. It connects with me on the highest levels.
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moviewithmegMar 7, 2017
I love magic. And that’s what I felt when I watch La La Land. Enchanted. There are a lot of complaints about this film, I assume mostly due to the never ending positive buzz it’s gotten. There was even an SNL skit about how widely (andI love magic. And that’s what I felt when I watch La La Land. Enchanted. There are a lot of complaints about this film, I assume mostly due to the never ending positive buzz it’s gotten. There was even an SNL skit about how widely (and overly) loved it is. But I can’t help it. I love Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, I love a musical, and I love the classic style. You can tell me all day long about how Stone is breathy, Gosling looks at his feet when he dances, I don’t care. I liked the way it made me feel, and I left humming under my breath and dancing up the stairs. I went into the theater for my first viewing in the throes of an existential crisis (which come around every other week). I was immediately invested in the characters and cried for a majority of the second half. A few weeks later, I went in for another show time because I was worried I wasn’t in a stable mental state the first time around. I cried (slightly) less in my second showing, but it still felt as connected. Flat out it was a beautifully shot, exciting, catchy frolic through every young dreamer’s fantasy in LA. 9.8/10… Expand
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oso_adrianMar 8, 2017
There´s no movies like this anymore! its just the magic aura of old Hollywood, the romance and the dreams (and/or broken dreams) of real people... amazing performance for Emma Stone, amazing score... it deserves your time and attention.
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jdiazMar 12, 2017
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I sat next to an 87 year old man. After the first scene, he clapped and said "wow!"
During the audition scene he started crying like a baby and as soon as it ended he took off his round glasses and wiped off the tears with his sleeve.
As soon as the movie ended, he clapped along with everyone else and he shouted "Bravo! Bravo! BRAVO!!!"
He then said,"I haven't seen anything like that in a very long time. The music, the girl, everything!"

The first thing I need to say is that everything I write will be an understatement. This movie is better than anything I could possiblely put into words.
The second thing I need to say is that you need to watch this movie.

Justin Hurwitz is a musical genius. And this film is a musical masterpiece. Someone said they were getting tired of Chazelle's boner for jazz. Well, if every movie Chazelle does is as powerful and driven as this and Whiplash, I will never get tired of his massive boner for jazz.
Hurwitz sets the tone using music in a way I have not seen since Lord of the Rings. He develops themes subtly when you least expect them and then blasts them into your face to trigger a serious emotional response. The first two songs, Another Day of Sun and Someone in the Crowd, meld together throughout the rest of the movie in a way that they become almost indistinguishable. Audition's theme is subtly hinted at when Mia is talking about her childhood, so you already heard the kernel of it when she starts singing it. Finally, the epilogue blends together every piece of music masterfully and all the themes, all the emotions come gushing out. The fact that Chazelle and Hurwitz came up with the idea for the movie together is what allows most of this to happen. The bond between what you are seeing and what you are hearing is so intrinsic that it becomes overpowering.

Best soundtrack of the decade by far.… Expand
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DarthGhoul99Mar 14, 2017
There's not enough word to express how much feelings this movie can make you feel while you're watching it, if you love art as i do, you'll travel to a thausands of universes with every single note, every single scene and at the end of theThere's not enough word to express how much feelings this movie can make you feel while you're watching it, if you love art as i do, you'll travel to a thausands of universes with every single note, every single scene and at the end of the movie you'll be flying to a sea full of colors.. Happiness, Sadness and love, pure love for art.

If you don't loved this movie, let me tell you that you don't know the meaning of art.… Expand
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vulvuratMar 25, 2017
La La Land is pure cinematic beauty. Accompanied by Justin Hurwitz's beautiful music, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling bring Damien Chazelle's floating, dreamy masterpiece to life with careful, singing emotion. Why is La La Land so good? I thinkLa La Land is pure cinematic beauty. Accompanied by Justin Hurwitz's beautiful music, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling bring Damien Chazelle's floating, dreamy masterpiece to life with careful, singing emotion. Why is La La Land so good? I think because it summarizes the crisis, the passion and joy, but also the sorrow and pain of an artist's life. Set in a magical, half-imagined LA, every movement and magical note is essential to the wholeness of this film, from the very first glimpse to the ending credits. Ryan Gosling's performance embodies the very crisis of an artist who loves music but is overlooked so badly. His half-bored, half-enthusiastic impressions make the movie very entertaining. Emma Stone is brilliant. Without her elaborately subtle and honest performance, the movie would lose part of it's magic. I believe she is one of the very best young actresses. La La Land challenges you emotionally, but leaves you much more richer in the soul. One of the best films I have ever seen.… Expand
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woodlandspiritsApr 17, 2017
This movie is a cliche with a wonderful soundtrack that moved me a lot, moreover, it makes a beautiful homage to the old/classic movies that we both love!
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RoballnApr 2, 2017
La La Land brings back to life a genre that seemed much dead, and it does so in a really spectacular way. It's a refreshing work with amazing production values. The film presents a rather fresh screenplay by using and mixing classic elementsLa La Land brings back to life a genre that seemed much dead, and it does so in a really spectacular way. It's a refreshing work with amazing production values. The film presents a rather fresh screenplay by using and mixing classic elements of cinematography -and appealing, in the meanwhile, to the remembrance of musical jewels that are often forgotten. While it's true that the overall premise may be quite simple, it contains many elements of the daily life most of us can identify with: dreaming, loving, happiness, regretting, frustration, letting go, and so on. The acting on the other hand is flawlessly played by its protagonists, and thanks to a great character development it feels human and appealing.

The music is also memorable, well written and well played as the plot develops. Technically speaking is a masterful execution of great technique, relying in great photography, editing, sound mixing and production.… Expand
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CalumRhysUKApr 9, 2017
Do I like musicals? Not really... but damn, 'La La Land' is a nostalgic, colourful, joyful marvel!

Damien Chazelle gained international acclaim and recognition from his masterful drama 'Whiplash', what were the chances that he could pull offDo I like musicals? Not really... but damn, 'La La Land' is a nostalgic, colourful, joyful marvel!

Damien Chazelle gained international acclaim and recognition from his masterful drama 'Whiplash', what were the chances that he could pull off similar success two times in the row? Well, if 'La La Land' is anything to go by, then I'd say he did the job. With just three films under his belt as of 2016, Chazelle is slowly becoming the next big thing this movie industry has seen. His passion for classic movies and musicals is evident as he references and pulls influence from films like 'Singin' in the Rain', 'The Umbrellas of Cherborg' and even 'Rebel Without a Cause', the latter of which is one of my favourite films so seeing the nod to it was something I was pleased about.

The chemistry between Gosling and Stone is strong to say the least, after two previous collaborations, their already-strong bond helped them become one of modern-day cinema's finest couples. The music is bouncy and toe-tapping catchy, the cinematography is utterly stunning with gorgeous colours and impressive long takes, and the locations sum up the American dream and the passion the characters hold for Los Angeles. 'La La Land' is by far one of the finest cinema experiences I have had in the past 5-10 years, and although this isn't a film I would typically enjoy (genre-wise), Chazelle has instead crafted one of my favourite films of this decade. A film I would recommend everyone see in the cinema to truly witness the CinemaScope magic.… Expand
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DirectorCriticsApr 15, 2017
I don't have words to describe what i felled when i see la la land, i don't have anything bad to say about la la land, greatest soundtrack i ever heard, with incredible characters, Ryan Gosling was great in the film, but Emma , she wasI don't have words to describe what i felled when i see la la land, i don't have anything bad to say about la la land, greatest soundtrack i ever heard, with incredible characters, Ryan Gosling was great in the film, but Emma , she was perfect, she has my heart.… Expand
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liroslavkloseApr 15, 2017
When a talented director and a spectacular musician made together a movie, you already know it's a wonderful one. The story, the music, the characters and the actors inside this made this movie an epic art that will be on hall of the fameWhen a talented director and a spectacular musician made together a movie, you already know it's a wonderful one. The story, the music, the characters and the actors inside this made this movie an epic art that will be on hall of the fame during hundred years. Well criticized, La La Land made me like musicals and L.A, city where I want to live now.… Expand
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KiSerinovJun 15, 2017
After watching this film at the Chicago International Film Festival, my original plan was to wait until closer to the film's actual release date to give my thoughts on it. However, after sitting with it for two days, with the images andAfter watching this film at the Chicago International Film Festival, my original plan was to wait until closer to the film's actual release date to give my thoughts on it. However, after sitting with it for two days, with the images and sounds still sweeping through my mind, I cannot help myself. I will be as vague as possible, because I do not want to ruin the experience of seeing it for the first time, but I have to talk about it.… Expand
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JPKJul 8, 2019
Absolutely Loved It
La La Land is by far one of the best movies of 2016 in so many ways.
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Alex241May 13, 2017
MAGIC!!!! GENIUS!!!! I honestly have no other words to describe this masterpiece of a movie. Justin Hurwitz and Damien Chazelle deserve all the praise in the world for creating something that beautiful.
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ethanstapleyDec 15, 2017
An absolute masterpiece, grin inducing and tear jerking. Some of the most beautiful imagery ever seen in film and the stunning music that will stick in your head for days after watching. Instantly one of my favourite films and it'll be loved forever.
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Rudolf8121997May 22, 2017
A masterpiece musical. Emma Stone is incredible (love "the fools who dream" performance), she deserves an Oscar! Wonderful, want to watch it again and again. Perfection!
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MightyZLordJun 2, 2017
Although La La Land was released in 2016, I figured "Why not make a quick review?" After all, it was my favorite film from that year, and that's saying something considering I've seen a lot of great movies from 2016.

Anyways, from theAlthough La La Land was released in 2016, I figured "Why not make a quick review?" After all, it was my favorite film from that year, and that's saying something considering I've seen a lot of great movies from 2016.

Anyways, from the director who brought you Whiplash, (which right off the bat, basically explains how La La Land was such an amazing film), brings you a musical romance starring Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling as the two main protagonists of this film. And just a quick pointer, the chemistry between these two were terrific! Most scenes from La La Land, especially the epilogue, got me crying like a little A-Hole because of how beautifully this movie was directed! And how on earth could we forget about the soundtrack? Everything about La La Land was remarkable and I have not a single flaw.… Expand
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rubsomebacononiMay 9, 2019
This movie is the perfect mix between an homage to classic musicals and a modern take on film. The 4-season metaphor was remarkably meaningful looking back at the movie. The idea that life happens in seasons is powerful, and that sometimesThis movie is the perfect mix between an homage to classic musicals and a modern take on film. The 4-season metaphor was remarkably meaningful looking back at the movie. The idea that life happens in seasons is powerful, and that sometimes great things come to an end. The cute couple doesn't always end up together.
The music was the best I've ever heard. As I watched the opening scene play before me, I was inspired by their choreography and musical complexity. I was instantly entranced in the mood of the movie. La La Land takes a well-paced approach to the idea of Hollywood and shows the biting realism of life.
Overall, the movie mixes musical and instrumental prowess with skilled performances from Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling to make a film that felt more real than any I've watched before.… Expand
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KelvinSelimorJan 16, 2020
La La Land. My favorite and adored movie! The talented Damien Chazelle made a really beautiful picture of love, the desire for a dream and showed that sometimes you have to sacrifice the first to get the second.
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iamepsAug 16, 2017
Beautiful Story!
The movie gives a lot of sense.
Start with excellent technique, then romantic and stunning scenes, above all the message.
This is a must see!
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Markarce1989Aug 21, 2017
La La Land is an extraordinary masterpiece among masterpieces, not only did it pay tribute to the Hollywood's classic musicals which the young generation doesn't give a damn, and the beautiful city of Los Angeles, it also showed a meaningfulLa La Land is an extraordinary masterpiece among masterpieces, not only did it pay tribute to the Hollywood's classic musicals which the young generation doesn't give a damn, and the beautiful city of Los Angeles, it also showed a meaningful lesson that real success in any type of work requires determination, passion, and an absolute crucial, sacrifice, which maybe hasn't been forgotten, but many times overlooked. La La Land, with or without the meaningless awards, definitely earned it place as an incredible movie and an excellent symbol of how the modern film making industry could and should be.… Expand
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KevinChau5Apr 21, 2018
Must see this film! One of the greatest Musical films ever seen! Awesome performances by Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone!
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KalebKohoOct 29, 2017
La La Land is a stunning, gorgeous masterpiece of cinema. It's triumphant from start to finish. With excellent and charismatic performances from Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, and visionary directing from Damien Chazelle, La La Land is the bestLa La Land is a stunning, gorgeous masterpiece of cinema. It's triumphant from start to finish. With excellent and charismatic performances from Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling, and visionary directing from Damien Chazelle, La La Land is the best picture of 2016.… Expand
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pureoineSep 1, 2019
Emma Stone você é tudo pra mim, entenda isso!!!! ♡
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POPandreamonetNov 24, 2017
i wish i could live in la la land my whole life. I try to keep away from unpleasant reality to make my life feel like it could feel more bearable for me
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kergejoustikNov 26, 2017
I have been a big fan of musical films for many years. I recently watched a movie called "La La Land: California Dreams" again. For the first time, I saw this movie in the cinema last year when we went to see it with classmates. The genre ofI have been a big fan of musical films for many years. I recently watched a movie called "La La Land: California Dreams" again. For the first time, I saw this movie in the cinema last year when we went to see it with classmates. The genre of the film is a musical romantic, comedy and drama film, and the film was released on August 31, 2016. The film employ and location is in California. In the same year, the film also nominated for the Oscars.
Actress Mia tries to play a famous play where she wants to take part. She will work in the breakfast cafe otherwise there is a waitress. Because she has a sad mood the same evening, then she will have a restaurant in the evening and a muscian Sebastian, whom she will soon fall in love, will play the piano. The same night, Sebastian was fired from work, as the restaurant manager wanted to put his restaurant around for a band to listen to people. Sebastian goes to work on one of the record labels, and Mia begins to create her own play. The film employ is very fast-moving. At the end of the film, they admit to each other that while they care about each other, they will not be able to live together in the future.
It seemed to me that the film is light-hearted and there were different twists and turns in the film. There were a lot of different details and effects in the film that changed the film´s environment. This film had a big-budget, but it is a world-famous piece of musical.
My opinion about the film is very good, because people dance and sing a lot, and this make the movie a great one. I recommend this movie to people: first, who like musicals and secondly, dream far away from the world.… Expand
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BotooxFeb 6, 2023
I hate musical but god this movie ! probably one of my favorite of all times. already watch it several times, BO in circles every year during Christmas seasons and will watch it again and again. These 2 actors (stone/gosling) is workingI hate musical but god this movie ! probably one of my favorite of all times. already watch it several times, BO in circles every year during Christmas seasons and will watch it again and again. These 2 actors (stone/gosling) is working perfectly together and want to see them again and again and again. So much love for this movie… Expand
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Miles_SDec 5, 2017
La La Land is one my favorite movies ever. It includes impeccably choreographed dancing, great songs and an excellent score, along with excellent performances from Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Chazelle's direction is very assured and theLa La Land is one my favorite movies ever. It includes impeccably choreographed dancing, great songs and an excellent score, along with excellent performances from Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone. Chazelle's direction is very assured and the movie has excellent cinematography. It's visuals and excellent musical numbers allude to classic musicals with an upbeat, and dream-like tone. The movie can be interpreted in several ways, but for a less discerning viewer the subtle message of being willing to let go with each other to follow your dreams could be missed, if so i recommend a second viewing. Both Mia and Sebastian achieve their dreams but the movie shows a beautiful and heartbreaking montage of what could have been if their relationship was perfect. But the whimsical tone is contrasted with raw emotion and shows the reality of going to L.A. to achieve your dreams. La La Land was the best movie of 2016 and must be seen. I watched La La Land recently, my expectations weren't that high, I was expecting a good movie, but not a masterpiece on the level of this film. La La Land is an instant classic.… Expand
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kiankFeb 3, 2018
This is one of my favorite films of all time. The music is catchy, the story is very sweet, and the acting/dancing/singing is great. It isn't cliche at all and the the music is so amazing. My favorite songs include Someone in the Crowd,This is one of my favorite films of all time. The music is catchy, the story is very sweet, and the acting/dancing/singing is great. It isn't cliche at all and the the music is so amazing. My favorite songs include Someone in the Crowd, City of Stars, and Another Day of Sun. The ending is intense and unexpected. I also like how they go through the four seasons and Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone's on screen chemistry is amazing. Overall I would give this movie a 10/10!… Expand
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