Filmmaker Damien Chazelle shot into prominence with the Miles Teller and J K Simmons starrer Whiplash. Adapted from his short film of the same name, the much acclaimed film clinched 3 Oscars including a ‘Best Supporting Actor’ win for Simmons. Post Whiplash, Chazelle is back with La La Land. The film stars Ryan Gosling as a jazz pianist who falls for an aspiring actress (Emma Stone). The film also stars J K Simmons, Rosemarie DeWitt and Josh Pence.
La La Land will open this year’s edition of the Venice Film Festival in August and will see a theatrical release in December. Meanwhile, have a look at its trailer and do let us know your views on it.