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La La Land was a bit of a magical experience for me - arresting and emotional. I have some discontentments and more-developed criticisms, but ultimately this is a unique film, and it struck me uniquely. I was able to become invested in the musical aspect, and likewise in the relationship, such that this was a memorable theater experience. Although I say the film is unique, I don't think it operates on unique ideas -- perhaps it just has a kind of bravery, or maybe just willingness, to execute on such an idea as it has. Oh well, the film stands apart from the stream of average Hollywood output, and for me - this was a special experience.
Praise to the cinematography, the humor when it's there, and the classic Ryan Gosling charisma (when it's there). Praises, praises to the dancing when it happens. I like Emma Stone a lot. Criticism is directed at the rushedness of the plot and tonal inconsistencies.... I resurrect my ideas on Under the Skin and denounce filmmakers' compulsions to advance plots where it is unnecessary and undesirable. The same goes for unnecessary character evolution. I'd also like to note the unspectacular music and mediocre lead male singer. Those are fine.
It's a very pretty movie, I love the art of it all -- but I wish the music was a little better and the narrative more consistent and relaxed.
I really enjoyed this movie. It was exciting to me, joyous at times, and quite poignant at other times. Overall I was strongly connected to it. I didn't really want to leave it, until I had pondered it further. I know it held lessons for my life.
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