In the Hollywood realm, there is always a lot of nostalgia for films past. Many films strive to be just remakes or continuations of classic films, and not many try to capture the feel of them, while also creating something new. The film La La Land attempts to capture the feel of a classic hollywood musical, such as Singing in the Rain. The biggest question about it is if it is able to, while also being accessible for the current generation of film. Luckily, it does.
The story follows Sebastian, a jazz pianist wanting to start his own club, and Mia, an aspiring actress, as they meet and fall in love in Los Angeles. The story of the film is wonderful, and although the story has some of the romance movie cliches, the writing and a bittersweet ending make up for it.There are many high points and even when the film slows down, they are not low points as everything builds the characters, from visiting a jazz club to them living together. The main characters in the film are also great, with them being written like real humans with ups and downs. Part of the films greatness can be attributed to director Damien Chazelle, who shows his passion for Jazz music and the classic films La La Land is inspired by.
Emma Stone is wonderful as Mia, bringing the passion and real emotion to the character, along with a great singing voice. Ryan Gosling is also wonderful, playing Sebastian greatly and showing his hidden musical talent (all the piano pieces he plays, are truly him playing). The film also features John Legend in one of his first acting roles, and for a beginner he does fairly well.
The music of the film is also great. The songs are great with standouts being “City of Stars” and “Another Day of Sun”. The score is also wonderful, with there being great tunes and an astonishing seven minute piece near the end of the film.
La La Land was wonderful. It is able to fully capture the magic of old-school musical cinema, while also bringing it into the 21st century. Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling both shine, the music is great and I cannot recommend La La Land enough.
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