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La La Land

A Film For Dreamers”

 

Production : Black Label Media, TIK Films Limited, Impostor Pictures, Gilbert Films, Marc Platt Productions
Distributor : Summit Entertainment
Director : Damien Chazelle
Casts : Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, John Legend, Rosemarie DeWitt
Duration : 128 minutes
Release Date : December 9, 2016

The film tells a story about a jazz pianist, Sebastian played by Ryan Gosling who falls in love with Mia, an aspiring actress played by Emma Stone. Both is trying to make their dreams come true. Directed by Damien Chazelle, who's known for his 2014’s film Whiplash.

Open with such a beautiful scene of dancing and singing of the song “Another Day of Sun” makes the audience open their eyes and feel fantastic. This film is originally related to many people. Especially Los Angeles as we all know as the city for dreamers. The lighting in every shot with oner in most of the scenes mixed with fantastic acting and chemistry of Emma and Ryan this film is no wonder a remarkable one.

With songs composed by Justin Hurwitz. “Audition”, “City of Stars” is one of the two of the films incredible songs. Winning 7 Golden Globes from all it was nominated for, this film is craving history! Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy, Best Actor - Motion Picture Musical or Comedy, Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Original Score, Best Original Song and another big surprise is a 14 nomination of Academy Award! Best Picture, Best Director, Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay, Best Original Score, Best Original Song, Best Sound Editing and the list still goes on….!

One thing for sure, you will be shower with beautiful shots, beautiful dances, acting, editing, costume, production design, lighting, EVERYTHING! It feels like you are taken to the La La Land world! This film is another masterpiece of Damien Chazele. A film about the passion that can touch the audience heart to dream. We could feel that this film was made with pure love. Everybody, watch this film and you will not be afraid to dream! (Anna Rose)

 

Point: 95

 

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