The Making of Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles
Behind-the-scenes look at Billie Eilish's concert film
About The Making of Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles
Released: 2021
Platform: Disney+
Rating: TV-PG
Run time: 30m
Cast
Billie Eilish, Finneas, Gustavo Dudamel, Patrick Osborne, Robert Rodriguez
About The Making of Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles
'The Making of Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles' is a 2021 cinematic concert experience directed by Robert Rodriguez and Patrick Osborne. The movie is a deep dive into Billie Eilish's emotional journey through her newest album 'Happier Than Ever'. The movie combines a cinematic concert experience with an intimate and heartfelt documentation of Eilish's journey to stardom.
Making / Production
The film harmoniously combines animated elements into the live performances, creating a unique blend of reality and fantastical animation. The film is set in the iconic Hollywood Bowl, where Billie Eilish delivers heartfelt performances, beautifully combining the energy of a live concert with the narrative of a documentary.
Actors
- Billie Eilish - The central figure of the film, Billie Eilish presents an emotional and immersive performance, sharing her experiences and feelings associated with her rise to fame.
- Finneas O'Connell - Billie's brother, Finneas O'Connell, features extensively in the film, showcasing their collaborative process in the creation of the album.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The movie is set in the iconic Hollywood Bowl, a historical and important site in Los Angeles' music history.
- The film features animated sequences, designed to emulate the fantastical imagination of Billie Eilish.
- 'Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles' is Billie Eilish's cinematic concert film debut.
Awards
As of the time of the request, the film has not yet received any official awards.
Quotes
- "I've never done anything like this."
- "I really hope people enjoy it because it's something that I've never done before."
- "It's a concert film, but it's also a story at the same time."
Music, Soundtrack
- "Happier Than Ever" is the titular song and is featured in the film.
- "My Future", "NDA", "Oxytocin", and other popular songs from the 'Happier Than Ever' album are performed live in the film.
About The Making of Happier Than Ever: A Love Letter to Los Angeles
A behind-the-scenes look at Billie Eilish's concert at the Hollywood Bowl, closely interweaving her performances with animated LA cityscape.