Happy birthday, Ryan Gosling: A look at 5 of his must-watch movies

Actor Ryan Gosling is celebrating his birthday today. He has won over the audience with his charming personality, his choices of films, and his support for many social causes.
On Ryan Gosling’s birthday, we take a look at 5 of his must-watch movies.
La La Land (2016)
Ryan Gosling co-starred with Emma Stone in this musical-comedy drama. He played the role of Sebastian, a pianist, who falls in love with Mia, an actor. They are unable to maintain their relationship as they follow their passion and achieve success in their respective fields.
The Nice Guys (2016)
The action thriller starred Russell Crowe and Ryan Gosling in the lead roles along with Angourie Rice, Matt Bomer, Margaret Qualley, Keith David, and Kim Basinger.
The film, set in 1970s Los Angeles, is about a mismatched pair of private eyes investigating a case of a missing girl and the mysterious death of a porn star.
Crazy, Stupid Love (2011)
Ryan Gosling co-starred with Emma Stone, Steve Carell, Julianne Moore, Marisa Tomei, and Kevin Bacon in this romantic comedy. This film is about a recently separated man who tries to rediscover his manhood and is taught how to pick up women at bars.
Gosling was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Musical or Comedy for his performance.
Blue Valentine (2010)
Ryan co-starred with Michelle Williams in this romantic drama. The film revolves around a married couple who try to raise their young daughter and rekindle their relationship.
Williams was nominated for both the Academy Award for Best Actress and the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Drama, while Gosling received a nomination for the Golden Globe Award for Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama.
The Notebook (2004)
Starring Ryan Gosling, Rachel McAdams, and James Garner, this film is about two lovers who are torn apart by war and class differences. Set in the 1940s, this film is an adaptation of Nicholas Sparks's bestselling novel of the same name.