CHICAGO– The 52nd Chicago International Film Festival kicks off on Thursday, October 13th, 2016, with the highly anticipated film, ‘La La Land.’ The modern day musical, directed by Damian Chazelle (“Whiplash”) features Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling as two star crossed lovers.
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OPENINGNIGHT“La La Land”
Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling in ‘La La Land,’ Opening the 52nd Chicago International Film Festival
Photo credit: Lionsgate
This luxurious musical revives the form by going back to what makes bursting-into-song great. From the opening number that takes place on a Los Angeles Freeway (naturally) to the enthralling conclusion, “La La Land” is a magical homage to the past, as well as a modern statement on this particular brand of movie entertainment. This is part of the 52nd Chicago International Film Festival’s “Spotlight on Musicals!” series, and it is a perfect compliment to the glamour and anticipation of Opening Night.
 | By PATRICK McDONALD |