This year’s outdoor film series features three of our favorite musical films from across the decades. All films begin at sundown on Alexander Beach.

La La Land (2016)

128 minutes, PG-13; directed by Damien Chazelle

Written and directed by Princeton native Damien Chazelle, this film follows Mia (Emma Stone), an aspiring actress, and Sebastian (Ryan Gosling), a dedicated jazz musician, who are struggling to make ends meet in a city known for crushing hopes and breaking hearts. Set in modern-day Los Angeles, this original musical about everyday life explores the joy and pain of pursuing your dreams. Rain date: Tuesday, August 9, on Alexander Beach.