Kelvin Says Hats Off:
“La La Land: La, a Note to Follow GOAT.” Conclusion: 10/10. I was fortunate enough to be able to attend an advanced screening of this movie and it was hard to keep my expectations in check with all I’ve heard about it and this movie absolutely delivered. The musical numbers were outstanding and well choreographed. One of the best opening acts I’ve ever seen in a movie. Gosling and Stone give complete performances and their chemistry together is palpable. The second act slowed things down a bit, but with the ending it set up, I have no issues with it. Well shot and lit movie – I was very impressed with the production value. Cannot recommend a movie (in general terms) more. #TheBandOfOpportunity #LilSebastian #AreYouGoingToBoiseBecauseYoureTheOnlyBoyISee #IdTapDanceThat#MammaMia #TrafficJammin #HornBonk
Austinn Says Hats Off:
‘La La Land’: Business As Musical. conclusion: 10/10. Kelvin and I got to see it a month early, and we got the front middle rail seats in the press section, and sitting directly behind us was THE Tara Hitchcock!!! this movie is amazing, best film of the year, and I’m gonna go ahead and predict that it will win the Oscar for best picture. the opening sequence provides an amazing start, and the tone and comedy of the first act is perfect. although the middle drags a little bit, Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling are amazing throughout, and the music is beautiful. the ending is perfect and provides a satisfying conclusion and even more amazing music. see this movie when it comes out!! #lalaland #allthatjazz #getyouractingtogether #rhymeorseason #elevatehermusic #danceencounter
La La Land: “I Can Feel You Loving Me, That’s Palpable”. Rating as follows:
Cinematography (1.7): 1.6
Overall Acting (1.6): 1.5
Story Telling (1.5): 1.5
Cohesion of Story (1.2): 1.2
Score/Sound Mixing (1.1): 1.1
Best Category – Story Telling (1.0): 1.0
Depth of Plot (1.0): 1.0
Character Dev (0.5): 0.5
Overall Message (0.4): 0.3
Total: 9.7/10
I was told this was “the best movie of the year” going into it, and figured it was an exaggeration. Is it possible that it’s actually an understatement? This could be one of the best movies you’re going to see for a few years. While this type of movie is not going to resonate with everyone, this is the definition of an incredibly well done movie. It’s completely unique from any other movie I’ve seen this year, which really sets it apart. I love movies that use long takes and camera movement. It takes a lot of coordination, but it’s so beautiful when done well. I had a really hard time deciding it’s best category, as it could have been Score, Cinematography, or others. Incredibly entertaining, very well acted, musically simple yet powerful, and a real must see on the big screen. Go today, like now. Only negative points I gave, and they are quite picky: some of the motion blur during the pan shots held on for too long, John Legend was good but not great, and it had a nice message but not overly profound. But that’s it, hence the very high score. It will be hard pressed for anything to get that high in the future (until Dunkirk comes out). #MamaMia #seBastianofHope #OldPeopleInTheatersAreTheWorst #IdontKnowWhyItsCalledSebs #HadToBeThere
#JohnLegendsOfTheHiddenTempo / #TrafficOnTheGleeway / #LaLaLandBeforeTime / #ImGonnaJazzMyPants / #MammaMia / #IntergalacticPlanetariumPlanetariumIntergalactic
When the movie was over and the credits began to roll, Cassidy and I had communicated through telepathy, and decided to buy tickets to the very next showing 15 minutes after. This was a terrific movie and definitely the best movie I have seen this year, which is saying a lot, because I saw every one that came out. Being a musical I am surprised I am saying that, but this film had a overwhelming message, star studded cast, talented director, and some sweet ass jazz. The story was realistic, plot good, characters good, zzzzz etc.
Hold on to your butts, its about to get hot in here.
To be a actor in a musical you must be a phenomenal singer, actor, and dancer. Whether Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone had the potential to be great at all three, it definitely was not portrayed #hottake. The acting was perfect, the singing was good, but the dancing was elementary #firetake. They were chosen because they have great chemistry and the casting director knew people would love them. It is a shame that we didn’t get to see this movie with the first picks #thirddegree. The music was exciting and perfect, but all it was was really good jazz. I would still never pass up an opportunity to watch this film, even if that means cringing during every dance number. #oops
Guest Hat: Cassidy Says Hats Off:
I recently saw ‘La La Land’: Hello, It’s Mia. conclusion:10/10. What can I say, it’s everything I want in a movie. It perfectly captured the glamor of an old Hollywood musical while still being incredibly modern and fresh. Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. Need I say more? The music left me jazzed, obviously. The script was incredibly well written and said so much about the state of the film industry and progression of art itself, and as a fool who dreams I was left more inspired than ever. As the credits rolled I was found rolling on the ground at how awe struck I was with this film. This may be a bold statement, but I would say it is my favorite movie of all time. #getjazzywithit #ihatejazzjk #imtakingthechickenoutyourclub #andirantogetanotherticket #boomreviewed
