How Damien Chazelle Crafts an Ending

[@anthonychicas2000]

Key to the endings: have J.K. Simmons in there somewhere.

[@ramoncruz2179]

i was about to comment something very similar to this but i decided to check to make sure i wasn’t stealing someone’s joke

[@williamshakespeare9815]

​@@ramoncruz2179you didnt rush in, but dragged a little to make sure you didnt steal someone elses joke

[@anthonychicas2000]

What are you? There's no...Mar's bar down there, what are you looking at?

[@Unknown-ol2uh]

Shoutout to Justin Hurwitz too for his amazing score

[@frankdiaz2061]

His music brings tears rolling down my face how beautiful the melodies hands up Justin hurwits

[@jeebs621]

I Saw the La La Land concert at the Hollywood bowl One of the greatest experiences I’ve ever been through, that man is a great composer and conductor.

[@richikdadhich9664]

The piano parts were amazing. Heavily inspired from Chopin and Bill Evans.

[@AmandaTheJedi]

La La Land likely would have been very forgettable had it just had the 'expected ending'. I don't remember being that thrown off by a movie in a long time. Chazelle is a true artist.

[@georgeofhamilton]

Well, there are plenty of other things that are unforgettable.

[@RyansChannel0203]

@@georgeofhamilton Agreed.

[@shaym4306]

exactly! People wouldn't have fallen in love with the movie as much or would have remembered it as a "beautiful masterpiece" that represents reality so well, if it didn't end the way it did. It has such a special place in so many people's hearts because of that pang of pain it leaves lingering on for the longest time afterwards. The silent communication is what made the ending perfect!

[@nickvanasas5280]

Wrong. Even without that unexpected ending, it still got a bunch of unforgettable moments.

[@lc9245]

@@shaym4306 I prefer the way 500 days of summer turns out. That is a healthy dose of reality.

[@BlueMonkey]

The third act of Whiplash has to be one of the strongest I've ever seen in a movie. The tension of everything was done to perfection. Fantastic video on two wonderful films, look forward to what you have in store for us next!

[@stonecat676]

Structure one thing, but what made Whiplash so great is also the perfect manipulation of tone.

[@marsh8795]

Woaah what are you doing here!!?

[@BEDLAMITE-5280ft.]

Bah

[@frankburnham6294]

La la land is my favorite movie. Most of my friends who have seen it say that the ending is stupid because they didn't end up together but then I tell them what would be the point. It would just be another pointless romance musical. The ending ties it together and makes you think, whenever I finish the movie I feel a bittersweet feeling, it's perfect

[@woody_you_want]

And the whole movie is basically about how the glitz and glamor of Hollywood isn't real

[@KernelHughes]

A happy ending isn't pointless. The bittersweet ending does make it memorable if not less satisfying in some respects

[@uncharted3awesome]

Dude, great editing on this one, the intercutting between movies was really well done

[@ThomasFlight]

Thanks!

[@swaroopnarayanan]

Yeah! I was blown away I think that was one of the best edited video essays I've seen in a while!

[@tomboz777]

In regards to Whiplash and it's ending I'm always reminded of the great Dr Facilier... ..."You got what you wanted, but you lost what you had".

[@Checkmate1138]

What did the kid lose in Whiplash? It seemed like he succeeded in all regards "beating" the professor.

[@m3rl1on]

Checkmate1138 his relationship and stuff

[@behtashafzali1232]

@@Checkmate1138 his humanity

[@oldDNU]

Checkmate1138 he didn’t “beat the professor”, he became exactly what the professor tried to bring out of him. It’s the consummation of a hugely toxic relationship. That it’s disguised as a happy ending is part of why the movie’s so good.

[@moviewayz]

@@Checkmate1138 He pursued his dreams and ultimately was under the control of the professor. His desire to be great meant that he gave up everything that he loved like his girlfriend and his relationship with his dad (which you can see at the end he was worried in the side stage while seeing him play in the final scene).

[@dotJahn]

Damien is something special.

[@Unknown-ol2uh]

He’s a breath of fresh air in an era of superhero movies and remakes

[@autofocus4556]

Special olympics kind

[@leahbrack]

one hit wonder

[@janzagar9614]

Both of these films have one of my favorite endings. Damien Chazelle truly is a master in crafting an ending.

[@theboss297]

La La Land has one of my favorite endings ever

[@o.guimaraes]

6:42 "The emotion of the disappointment of the negative false clímax and the joy of happy false clímax combined, creating in the viewer the same conflicted emotions the carachters are facing" 7:07 "We only have the option of feeling the answer to the dramatic question posed, because it's not spoken" That was EXACTLY what I felt watching.

[@maxobyrne1474]

That is some fucking solid editing, excellent video, Christ. This is brilliant.

[@TheBongoMan]

Max O'Byrne I second this

[@ThomasFlight]

Thank you :)

[@arixo]

ill never get over the look seb and mia share when they lock eyes at sebs, and when he starts playing that piano piece i literally just broke, so hurtful and so beautiful

[@storytellers1]

Took me a year to watch this (as I hadn't yet watched La La Land), but I thought the editing here was terrific, Thomas. Well done - Thomas

[@moviemidnights]

The ending of la la land always gives me chills

[@Unknown-ol2uh]

Damien Chazelle reminds me of why I love film. It’s art.

[@asulclaudia]

I'm always going to remember when i came to see la la land and i got emotional in that recap scene of what it could have been the reality , the la la land, but afterwards i went to a restaurant and i started crying like crazy, uncontrolable tears fell into my face , i couldn't explain why, i felt ridiculous. What you said in the ending of this video , it was the why i was looking for, "and this helps that climatic moment, to stick in your mind, long after the film has ended " . Thank you . Incredible analysis

[@ldmrod27]

Cláudia Sul same

[@mark_midmark]

The first time I saw it I fought to hold back tears, but ended up crying into my, now ex, girlfriend's chest. We were at home and I just couldn't stop. I have been afraid to see La La Land since until a month ago. I've seen it two more times since and it's the most emotional I've ever been watching a movie. It's so special.

[@dizzysuds2967]

I was overseas when I saw La La Land. My relationship with my then-girlfriend was failing and she convinced me to watch La La Land. As the ending approached I expected the nice standard Hollywood wrap-up. The ending of La La Land was the most flooring experience I have undergone in modern cinema.

[@ilysmbutno928]

Dizzy Suds omg same!! I was dating a guy from another country, things werent that great, i was in such doubt about leaving my life and going to live with him or staying and doing what I like where i live. i was there with him when i watched for the first time and it spoke to me SO hard. It was such a weird feeling.

[@NTJordan]

Whiplash is my favorite film and I love how it ends. We have been waiting for the ending for the whole movie and now it's here. It delivers, satisfies, but doesn't overstay its welcome. It's a balance of being a satisfying resolution and leaving the audience wanting more. I think it's beautiful, because what happens next is unclear. The ending of Whiplash is both victorious, but also dark. It's only when the title shows and the credits begin to roll that we're able to catch our breath and review. Great essay. I clicked so fast when I saw it was about Damien Chazelle haha.

[@alex0589]

***drum rolls real loud** "Fuuuuucckkk yyooouuu

[@autofocus4556]

Yeah because an overlong fake drum solo doesn’t overstay it’s welcome.

[@KaioTheRedCrow]

Amazing analysis, brilliant director!

[@wobblyorbee279]

7:48 EXACTLY like why did you put a happy music of the credits after that "sad" ending at la la land.... the main theme of la la land just keeps ringing on my brain.... oh wow. not only the director, but the composer of the music is just a genius... the emotions were captured perfectly.

[@MachoToast-lg2bc]

The final scene of la la land is probably my favorite of all time. So effectively and beautifully crafted that leaves me emotionally devastated each time

[@jeebs621]

La La Lands ending had me dead Probably my favorite film of all time

[@rohithkumarsp]

it broke my heart when she says "i'll always love you"...

[@mrpreacherman]

I have watched the ending of La la land too many times. Damien is a genius. The complexity of emotion in this ending is just epic.

[@palindrome2599]

Speaking of editing an ending, I love the way you condensed the two endings into this one video! Bravo! Now to watch both movies again for the infinitieth time... :'|

[@DrorN777]

Thank you so much for this one, Thomas. Damien Chazelle is probably my favorite director/write, and your analysis of these endings clarified to me what I love aboutsome other films too.

[@ztagaming2457]

he did it again with babylon

[@JacksKraftt]

He’s a genius, truly one of the greatest filmmakers of our generation if not the best.

[@washiakito4045]

5:06 I totally forgot Simmons was in La La Land for a second and thought that Fletcher invaded the movie.

[@zoltanfinta8999]

I love how you cut the music scenes, different types of music, but the tempo doesnt break. Awsome video, incredible movies.

[@kaizoisevil]

Of course the tempo doesn't break, otherwise Fletcher would be on your ass.

[@have345]

God, this hit me in a way I didn't expect and the editing...Godlike...thank you, sir, for the good content!!

[@ThomasFlight]

I aim to please!

[@heyroodeanwings]

WL: Andrew put down again LLL: shattered happy ending for Seb - Mia Negative false climax Tension Simple character interaction Climax of emotions Use music to sum the character intentions Music video 2nd false climax - happy ending, which doesn't last Mixing climaxes -the cause of dreams Conflicting Emotions Simple exchange , close ups, nonverbal communication Use silence for enthusiasm Credit roll immediately

[@matteomarostica]

Great analysis, your editing skills are insane, the way you combined the last few moments with the drums and the scene from lalaland, in which it almost seems as though the drums represent the hearts beating out of Mia and Sebastian's chest was absolutely perfect, so congrats!!

[@TylerBartonMusic]

Fantastic analysis! Saw Whiplash once three years ago, but I remember the ending like it was yesterday.

[@calebvilla246]

The ending to First Man is astounding as well. It's slightly different stylistically from the endings of Whiplash or La La Land, but it pretty much cements Chazelle as a master of conclusion (and just filmmaking in general)

[@50STFPAUL]

I've found one of those rare "cinematography 101" gems and it's about one of my favourite movies! Amazing work, I was speechless at the end of it. This video is so satisfying.

[@WayvoCrawford]

The interweaving of the two stories endings was Masterclass. Well done great video!

[@The-Big-Boss]

Something you got to appreciate about his movies is the time periods they revolve around Whiplash : 20s when big band was at its peak of popularity La la land: 50s the next major genre of music to come along with musicals and around the time jazz was dying out and sebastion makes more of this also the time movies became big so they would milk out how long they can make a tracking shot.

[@HallowsAuto]

This video essay is so well done - perfectly edited to communicate all the points you made and does an excellent job at reflecting the genius writing and directing of Chazelle. Amazing job!

[@dogwonder24]

Okay this video essay is magnificent. Both movies that I love so much, analyzed perfectly. I stan. You got my like and subscription.

[@mario98730]

Dude the intercutting between the 2 movies 😫😫😫😫. I’m deceased that was so well done. I was already subscribed but now I’m a huge fan. Keep it up man you’re killing the game

[@zapillofilms]

This is by far the best video essay I have seen in youtube this year. It gave me goose bumps, incredible editing job

[@acciocarmen]

oh my god this was the greatest analysis, thank you for this. not only are these two of my favorite films, but i'm writing a ten page research paper based on these endings and this has helped a lot.wish you did guy and madeline on a park bench too, but this video will be a great guide for me to interpret that myself. thank you.

[@elinedewilde2863]

Oh my... spot on analysis, thank you! Just wait until you see Chazelle's new movie, Babylon!

[@Shudgum]

my brain just came multiple times .... the gooosebumps man...

[@noraduncan1390]

Your editing of these two movies together was an art form in and of itself. Thanks for making great work!

[@beermarshal2070]

Thanks for this. I've always felt like endings were of prime importance in many if not most great films, and these two films brought the notion home more than any others in the last few years. My first viewing of La La Land in a packed theater opening week was one of the greatest ever, and the next 16 viewings (11 more in the cinema and 5 at home) have confirmed that it's as perfect a film for me as any. And the emotional power of the ending is up there with Once Upon a Time in America, City Lights and just a few other masterpieces.

[@raytsh]

Mark Brown sent me here. Two of my favourite films, brilliant video! Thank you!

[@ThomasFlight]

Really? I love Mark Brown.

[@tiny-pq2cs]

Thomas Flight Your video was linked at the end of his new upload, brought me here too. Great video!

[@ashlingdalton5430]

I stumbled upon your chanel a couple days ago and have been binge-watching some of your videos and they never fail to amaze me. The editing and the analysis are on point and it really motivates me to go ahead and explore even more what would be "real" cinema. Thank you for this and congratulations!

[@ThomasFlight]

Thanks! That's the goal. Cinema and film have so much to offer!

[@supposedlyaperson2168]

Dropped everything when I found out it was made by makers of Whiplash and went and watched La La Land with a: "Are you gonna hurt me too?" - vibe. Loved It.

[@camilatrinidadesquivel3629]

This analysis and the edition of the video was brilliant. Thank you

[@Oreofurever]

Lalaland sticks to my head so much, 4 years later and I’m still listening to the music and watching the clips. Thinking of watching the movie again soon!

[@tommyvasquez2708]

Your editing gave me goosebumps.

[@TheEightRain]

The little bit of whiplash's ending you used was enough to give me goosebumps again. Such a tense, great movie. I love it!

[@valeriolapiana6643]

Absolutely great analysis. This video increased the respect that I have for this director and made me appreciate and understand both movies even more than I already did. You seriously deserve a huge thank you for this video.

[@Finnjamin19]

Great video, the editing here is extremely intriguing and unique

[@RavenPH12]

I would love to see a sequel of this for Babylon.

[@JawJX]

Very great video, one of my 2 favorite movies of all time. Even after years I still remember the endings of these 2 movies, very impactful.

[@capncooktwd3824]

Yet damien crafted another masterpiece of an ending with Babylon

[@collinsmith7078]

I’ve noticed this too. No one ends a film like Chazelle does and this is a wonderful take on it. Thanks Thomas!

[@SightFilms]

i saw la la land on theatres. It hit me so hard i promised myself i would never see it again

[@fadispositions]

I love the blending between the sadly and happily moments, there is moment in this music which make u glad, hopeful and sad at the same time. It makes u think about everything u did in ur life and how ur dreams gonna be, u think and paint them in ur mind without any control.❤️

[@ThKevzg97]

After years I still feel the emotion from the ending from Whiplash and La La Land. What a beautiful movie he made.

[@intirobinson7074]

One of the best videos I've seen to do with film analyses. Absolutely fantastic video mate, you've earned yourself a sub.

[@mazenatef7116]

I just re-watched both of these movies and i found this video essay Great break down, man! Thank you

[@michaelmiller1629]

This video was perfect dude. An analysis of two of my favorite films is just a dream for me. Definitely teared up watching this at the end and I have no regrets about it

[@xaviercy8885]

Amazing video dude, these are both my favourite movies and you summed up why exactly they have the best endings.

[@EddieLensweiger]

damn this is magnificent, the way you put whiplash's suspense score over ryan gosling's close up...damn that's cinema! you deserve an oscar nod for this video analysis...I underappreciated la la land bfore but after i saw this, now i understand Chazzelle's point , thank you

[@xbrooks360]

this is a FANTASTIC video. thank you for making it.

[@ThomasFlight]

You're welcome :)

[@rh5340]

Damien Chazelle is my favorite director because of the two films. So beautifully crafted

[@arminprinslooprojects4026]

Great analysis and video, this deserves way more views than it currently has.

[@RossTalksAbout]

Fantastic video! Whiplash is one of my favourite movies and I was absolutely hooked during the whole ending sequence, so it's very interesting to watch you explain why. Good work.

[@Poorvaja88]

on point observation and amazing edits! Took me back to both the movies...good work!

[@Nina_Kowsari]

this was the perfect deconstruction of the magic. the how of why the endings of his films are so emotional.

[@MackiProductions]

fantastic analysis thank you for taking the time

[@damdaley8092]

Both endings are so powerful, these are the types of movies that get me writing

[@jcmurie]

I just recently rewatched both of these and I just couldn't stop smiling throughout this whole video

[@rambunctiousrohan]

I've just completed watching Whiplash on Prime. With that, I've watched both of his films. My purpose of coming to Earth is now fulfilled.

[@TheGirdfather]

Love your essays man. Never stop lol

[@gerardodiaz9957]

I just watched Babylon and he has even improved I think. That collage in The end almost makes me cry. Beautiful film

[@powerplant.]

I completely agree, I came out of the cinema feeling extremely moved. What a fun, hedonistic first half, followed by a genuinely sad and painful demise for almost every character that I loved spending time with. It is interesting how divisive that ending has been for a lot of reviewers and audiences though - Mark Kermode talked about it on his podcast & he and the co-host Simon Mayo found it to be very false. I predict this film will be looked back on in a much more positive way in years to come.

[@reidate7274]

As I watched La La Land in cinema for the 2nd or 3rd time, some teenage girls behind me was nearing screaming "it's a romance film why are they not together", it's a romance film, yes, but it is more, way more than JUST a romance film.

[@TommyPlesky]

Man, this is a brilliant analysis, thank you so much! I got the chills.

[@vivibangtan0613]

i didnt fully understand what i so like about those films and now i know. thank you for this video. it made me apriciate Damien Chazelle and those movies even more!

[@boredlazymax]

Damien Chazelle Ending in a nutshell: Step 1: Show an unexpected ending. **copium** Step 2: Show the audience's expected ending: **hopium** Step 3: Let the audience think about it. **SNAP BACK TO REALITY**

[@BIGBODYDARWIN]

This is amazingly well edited dude

[@aislin1057]

Wow, beautiful insights and striking edit! I know that was both part you and part la la land and whiplash but I almost just cried again just watching this video :)

[@TheDavan619]

Perfect films, perfect endings, perfect video essay! Thank you

[@April-nj8th]

This is so detailed I felt those emotions I felt watching these movies for the first time again

[@AryaBeltaine]

this was brilliant, and the editing was phenomenal. awesome job !!

[@dianavirabyan]

Subscribed right away. What a great video. I love Damien Chazelle and these movies are true masterpieces. Can't wait for your next videos.

[@alesterleong249]

You edited this together so well! 🤟🏻❤️

[@RSousa-ru7xi]

This narration is so great. Congratulations.

[@lexv]

Amazing video!!

[@mollycromb4412]

I hear so many people say how the ending to La La Land isn't good because it isn't a happy ending and they don't end up together. But it is happy! They end up achieving their dreams and even if that means they don't end up together, that's what's most important to both of them. It's perfectly wrapped up. Yes, it's bittersweet but it's realistic and it's the perfect ending for what the movie is about

[@jasonleetaiwan]

Molly Cromb I thought the point of the movie was that they both realized being together was actually more important than their dreams. That's why they sort of co experience what it would be like together. It was a sad bittersweet ending for me.

[@aaronharding1524]

5 years late to this video but far out the editing and analysis is beautiful

[@user-qz2ld3vt2d]

Aranofsky is another one of these masters at ending films. Black swan, the wrestler, and requiem for a dream have some of the best endings ever

[@craigjtan]

Amazing editing in both these movies and your video! I subscribed immediately. This deserves more likes for sure!

[@eamonnpeter1581]

Such a beautifully edited video

[@Cavers]

I think parts of the analysis adhere to La La Land exclusivly. But other than that man, my god what good editing this video had! Love the cut at 4:32 going from loud to silent. Also 6:52 intercutting with the Whiplash drums playing in tandem with the La La Land scene. It worked really well and interesting to see a high octane music to that normally silent part.

[@SaintJoJitsu]

This might be the greatest video essay I've seen.