9/10 Recommended for: Fans of The Umbrellas of Cherbourg , Whiplash , and anyone who has ever chosen a career over a relationship.
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The dancing is intentionally imperfect. Gosling and Stone are not trained dancers like Gene Kelly or Cyd Charisse; their slightly-off kicks and stumbles emphasize the humanity of the characters. The "A Lovely Night" tap sequence on the hill is not about virtuosity but about awkward, joyous connection. 9/10 Recommended for: Fans of The Umbrellas of