Going Down in La-La Land
Going Down in La-La Land

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Going Down in La-La Land

2011
Movie
104 min
English

A fresh face comes to Hollywood to act in movies but only the gay porn studios are eager to provide him with work.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Casper AndreasGenres: Drama, Romance, Comedy

Plot Summary

The film follows the life of Patrick, a young aspiring actor who moves to Los Angeles with dreams of making it big. After a series of setbacks and challenges in the cutthroat entertainment industry, he finds himself in a complicated relationship with his landlord, a successful but emotionally unavailable older man. Patrick must navigate the complexities of love, ambition, and self-discovery in the glittering, yet often harsh, world of Hollywood.

Critical Reception

Going Down in La-La Land received mixed reviews from critics, with many praising its honest portrayal of the struggles faced by aspiring actors and its exploration of LGBTQ+ themes. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the pacing uneven. Audiences generally responded positively to the film's emotional core and its hopeful message.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sensitive and realistic depiction of the challenges in the acting world.

  • Appreciated for its exploration of relationships and self-acceptance.

  • Some found the narrative to be a bit conventional.

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Fun Fact

The film was screened at various LGBTQ+ film festivals, garnering positive attention within those communities.

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