The Beverly Theater brings Damien Chazelle's modern musical masterpiece to its intimate downtown screen. "La La Land" follows the bittersweet romance between an aspiring actress and a jazz pianist in Los Angeles, weaving together old Hollywood glamour with contemporary storytelling. The film's vibrant cinematography and memorable musical numbers—from the opening freeway dance sequence to the dreamy Griffith Observatory waltz—make it particularly suited to the Beverly's excellent acoustics and carefully calibrated projection system.
Ryan Gosling and Emma Stone's chemistry anchors this love letter to dreamers and artists, set against a backdrop of LA's golden hour light and iconic locations. The jazz-infused score and stunning choreography earned the film numerous accolades, including six Academy Awards. Watching it in the Beverly's 150-seat theater offers a more immersive experience than typical multiplex showings, where the audio design and Justin Hurwitz's sweeping compositions can really shine. The venue's Arts District location feels fitting for a film that celebrates creative ambition and the struggles of making art.