Sometimes the stories behind movies are as cinematic as the films themselves.

We heard about the project, and we were really excited about it, Pasek tells EW.

They were college buddies, Pasek explains.

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Credit: Dirty Sugar Photography

This was their dream project.

Two sets of college friends-turned-work partners, all four the same age sounds like a perfect match, right?

PASEK:We happen to be in L.A.!'

PAUL:Lets meet up!'

Adds Paul, Thats just how he is.

He was like, You guys have to work on this film.

Its so exciting, and its original.

These are groundbreaking filmmakers.

Were like, Totally, okay.

We got together the next day at Justins apartment and played it through, says Paul.

We immediately clicked at least enough that we were like, Wed love to work with these guys.'

And they didnt say no!

Judging from theLa La Landsoundtrack and the film itself it looks like we allhave that manager to thank.

La La Landopens on Dec. 9.