‘La La Land’ Poster Updated With Ryan Gosling’s Flat Hand After Actor’s Complaints
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Lionsgate has released a new design for the 10th anniversary theatrical re-release of "La La Land," altering the original poster to show Ryan Gosling's hand sticking out flat. The change comes after Gosling publicly expressed his dislike for his hand placement on the original poster in multiple interviews over the years. In a 2024 interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Gosling described a "moment" from the film that still haunts him, explaining that he chose to flatten his hand during a dance scene despite being told it was not cool. He said he now regrets the decision, calling the pose "La La Hand." The film is returning to theaters starting Sunday, Aug. 16, playing in Dolby Cinema at AMC Theatres. "La La Land" won six Oscars and a record-breaking seven Golden Globes, and grossed $447 million worldwide on a $30 million budget. A Broadway musical adaptation is currently in development, though no date has been announced.
What’s reported
Lionsgate unveiled a new "La La Land" poster for the film's 10th anniversary with Ryan Gosling's hand now sticking out flat.
Gosling had spoken out in multiple interviews about his dislike of his hand placement on the original theatrical poster.
In a 2024 interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Gosling said he chose to flatten his hand during a dance scene with Emma Stone, despite being told it was not cool, and now regrets it.
Gosling referred to the pose as "La La Hand."
The film re-releases in theaters starting Sunday, Aug. 16, playing in Dolby Cinema at AMC Theatres.
"La La Land" won six Oscars, including best director and best cinematography, and a record-breaking seven Golden Globes.
The film grossed $447 million worldwide on a $30 million budget.
A Broadway musical adaptation is in the works, with no date announced.
Key figures
Ryan Gosling: Actor who played Seb in "La La Land" and criticized his hand placement on the original poster.
Emma Stone: Actress who played Mia in "La La Land" and won the best actress Oscar for the role.
Lionsgate: Studio that released the new poster design.
Sources: Variety
