La La Land (film)
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| Name | La La Land |
| Caption | Theatrical release poster |
| Director | Damien Chazelle |
| Producer | Fred Berger, Jordan Horowitz, Gary Gilbert, Marc Platt |
| Writer | Damien Chazelle |
| Starring | Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone |
| Music | Justin Hurwitz |
| Cinematography | Linus Sandgren |
| Editing | Tom Cross |
| Studio | Summit Entertainment, Black Label Media, Gilbert Films, Impostor Pictures, Marc Platt Productions |
| Distributor | Lionsgate |
| Released | 2016, 8, 31, Venice Film Festival, 2016, 12, 9, United States |
| Runtime | 128 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $30 million |
| Gross | $447.1 million |
La La Land (film) is a 2016 American musical romantic drama film written and directed by Damien Chazelle. It stars Ryan Gosling as a jazz pianist and Emma Stone as an aspiring actress, who meet and fall in love while pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. The film pays homage to the classical Hollywood musical while exploring themes of ambition, love, and artistic compromise.
Plot
In modern-day Los Angeles, aspiring actress Mia Dolan, who works as a barista on the Warner Bros. lot, frequently attends auditions. She meets Sebastian Wilder, a dedicated jazz pianist who dreams of opening his own club to preserve the genre's traditions. Their initial encounters are contentious, but they eventually begin a romantic relationship, supporting each other's ambitions. Sebastian joins a pop-jazz fusion band led by his old friend Keith, played by John Legend, achieving commercial success but artistic dissatisfaction. Mia writes and stages a one-woman play, which fails commercially, leading her to reconsider her career. A conflict arises between their personal dreams and their relationship, culminating in a bittersweet epilogue that imagines an alternate path their lives could have taken, set five years later at Sebastian's successful club, the Chicken on a Stick.
Cast
* Ryan Gosling as Sebastian Wilder * Emma Stone as Mia Dolan * John Legend as Keith * Rosemarie DeWitt as Laura Wilder * J. K. Simmons as Bill * Finn Wittrock as Greg Earnest * Jessica Rothe as Alexis * Sonoya Mizuno as Caitlin * Callie Hernandez as Tracy * Tom Everett Scott as David
Production
Director Damien Chazelle began developing the project after his success with *Whiplash*, drawing inspiration from classic musicals like *The Umbrellas of Cherbourg* and the city itself. Summit Entertainment financed and produced the film, with principal photography beginning in Los Angeles in August 2015. Choreography was led by Mandy Moore, with the iconic opening number, "Another Day of Sun," shot on a closed freeway overpass. Cinematographer Linus Sandgren utilized CinemaScope and vibrant color palettes to create a nostalgic yet contemporary visual style. The production design, led by David Wasco, incorporated iconic Los Angeles locations such as the Griffith Observatory and the Colorado Street Bridge.
Music
The original score and songs were composed by Justin Hurwitz, a frequent collaborator of Chazelle, with lyrics by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul. The soundtrack features several major musical numbers, including the opening "Another Day of Sun," the romantic duet "A Lovely Night," and the central ballad "City of Stars." Hurwitz's score blends traditional jazz with sweeping orchestral themes. The music was recorded with the Hollywood Studio Symphony and featured piano performances by Randy Kerber. The soundtrack album was released by Interscope Records and achieved commercial success, topping the *Billboard* 200 chart.
Release
*La La Land* had its world premiere at the 73rd Venice International Film Festival on August 31, 2016, where it opened the competition. It was also screened at the Toronto International Film Festival and the Telluride Film Festival. Lionsgate handled distribution in the United States, commencing a limited theatrical release on December 9, 2016, before a wide release on December 16. Its international rollout continued through early 2017 in markets including the United Kingdom, France, and Australia.
Reception
The film received widespread critical acclaim upon release. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reported a 91% approval rating, with praise directed at Chazelle's direction, the performances of Gosling and Stone, the musical numbers, and the cinematography. Some criticism focused on its perceived lightweight story. It was a major commercial success, grossing over $447 million worldwide against a $30 million budget. The film sparked considerable cultural discourse and analysis, particularly regarding its treatment of jazz and its nostalgic tone.
Accolades
*La La Land* received a record-tying 14 nominations at the 89th Academy Awards, winning in six categories: Best Director for Chazelle, Best Actress for Stone, Best Cinematography, Best Original Score, Best Original Song ("City of Stars"), and Best Production Design. It won seven British Academy Film Awards, including Best Film. At the 74th Golden Globe Awards, it won all seven of its nominated categories, setting a new record, including Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy. The film also received awards from the Directors Guild of America, the Producers Guild of America, and numerous critics' associations.
Category:2016 films Category:American musical films Category:Best Picture Academy Award winners