Laurel Canyon (film)

Laurel Canyon is a 2002 American drama film written and directed by Lisa Cholodenko. The film stars Frances McDormand, Christian Bale, Kate Beckinsale, Natascha McElhone, and Alessandro Nivola.

In a change of plans, however, Jane is still around, recording an album with her boyfriend, Ian McKnight Alessandro Nivola, and his band. The film focuses in some depth on the challenge of trying to create successful pop music, showing work on two tracks both actually written, and previously released, by the band Sparklehorse. Ians bandmates are played by noted indie rockers, bassist Lou Barlow and guitarist Imaad Wasif.citation needed Jane and Ian are in the midst of a fiery romance, and both the producer and the band seem more interested in partying than finishing the record. Janes presence is a source of consternation for Sam, as he and his mother have a somewhat strained relationship, due to their very different mindsets. ........

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