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‘La La Land’ Is Darien Library’s Friday Night Feature Film

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A struggling actress and an aspiring pianist fall in love as they both pursue their dreams in L.A. However, their blossoming relationship is challenged when their careers pull them in different directions. This 2016 movie features Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Finn Wittrock, John Legend, J.K. Simmons; Rated PG; 128 minutes; Presented with captions for the hearing impaired. Playing at 6:30 and 8:45 p.m.

— an announcement from Darien Library

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La La Land, Jazz and Music

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