You'll either love it or you'll hate it

Rating: 9/10 (5 May 2017)

I guess I can understand why a lot of people don't like this movie, but I happen to love it. I took off one star because the story is very been there done that, but it still kept me entertained nonetheless. Maybe I'm more easily entertained than I thought? Or maybe I'm just not uptight about movies and I know how to go in with an open mind..
I LOVE the opening song/scene, and I don't understand how people don't see the significance to the rest of the movie. If you actually pay attention to the lyrics, it totally fits.
I also love the work of both Emma Stone and Ryan Gosling. I think the fact that they are barely average singers is more realistic and relatable for this particular film. There are definitely musicals out there that call for an extraordinary singing voice, but this isn't one of them in my opinion. Same with the dancing. It was all awkwardly cute to me. It would have been strange if they had been singing and dancing perfectly. I can't stand how people are hating on the job they did! It might not be perfect, but it's definitely clear that a lot of work and effort went in to this movie. I wouldn't have minded a few more songs though, or just more variation.
I can understand this movie not being your cup of tea, but it really bothers me when people have to hate on others just to get their point across. Just say the movie wasn't for you and move on. Ryan Gosling learned to play the piano in just 3 months for this movie. If it's that easy, why aren't you the one on the big screen?