The opening sequence of La La Land establishes the tone, mood, and message of the film, especially through its Mise en Scène. The director of La La Land, Damien Chazelle, uses the elements of Colour and Costume particularly well to convey a message behind the characters living their hopes and dreams. 

This is achieved where a swift blend of romantic fantasy meets gritty reality all within the backdrop of living life in LA. Chazelle is also inspired by and pays homage to some of the great musicals of Classical Hollywood’s Golden-age, creating the effect of re-living the good old memories in modern times.

La La Land has many memorable scenes and Damien Chazelle utilises the techniques of montage sequences, primary colour schemes and long dance takes. In order to tell the story of a couple exploring their Hollywood dreams and desires, while as the title suggests in a fairy-tale world, where in the end dreams do not always turn out as expected.