Written and directed by Academy Award® nominee Damien Chazelle [ “Whiplash”], LA LA LAND tells the story of Mia [Emma Stone “Birdman or (The Unexpected Virtue of Ignorance); “Crazy, Stupid, Love”], an aspiring actress, and Sebastian [Ryan Gosling “The Place Beyond Pines”; “Crazy, Stupid, Love”], a dedicated jazz musician, who are struggling to make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts. Set in modern day Los Angeles, this original musical about everyday life explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams.