La La Land
ComedyDramaRomance
10+PG-13
2016·2h 9m·Damien Chazelle·Summit Entertainment·● Script read & verified
A romantic musical about Mia, an aspiring actress, and Sebastian, a jazz musician, pursuing their dreams in Los Angeles. The film celebrates ambition, love, and...
Fine for kids to watch alone
Heads Up for Parents
The film deals with mature themes about career disappointment and the sacrifices required to achieve dreams
What's In It
Violence
None▸
Language
Very Mild▸
Scary
None▸
Romance
Very Mild▸
Substances
Very Mild▸
Stimulation
Mild▸
Cultural & Values Guide
Values & Themes
●Traditional family values
Sebastian's traditional jazz values and Mia's pursuit of her actress dream are both rooted in honoring their respective family legacies and dreams passed down through generations. The film ultimately celebrates following one's calling even when it requires personal sacrifice for the greater good.
Family Takeaways
What it gets right
- ✓Shows the importance of persisting through rejection and failure in Mia's audition struggles
- ✓Celebrates following your passion despite obstacles through both characters' artistic pursuits
Cast:Ryan GoslingEmma StoneJohn LegendRosemarie DeWittFinn Wittrock