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His films like 'La La Land' and 'Whiplash' celebrate the transformative power of music in urban settings and personal journeys.
Paolo Sorrentino ItalyHe captures the vibrant street culture and spontaneous musical moments of Naples and other European cities in works like 'The Hand of God'.
Allen Hughes USAHis films frequently feature street musicians and jazz as integral elements of urban life, particularly in 'Vicky Cristina Barcelona' and 'Midnight in Paris'.