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Whiplash
2014
Movie
107 min
English
Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.
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IMDb8.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic88
Google Users94%
Director: Damien Chazelle•Genres: Drama, Music
Plot Summary
A fiercely ambitious young jazz drummer, Andrew Neiman, enrolls at the Shaffer Conservatory in New York City, aiming to become one of the greats. He finds himself under the tutelage of Terence Fletcher, a brutal and abusive instructor known for pushing his students to their absolute limits, both mentally and physically. The film chronicles Andrew's obsessive pursuit of perfection and the destructive relationship that ensues as he strives to impress Fletcher and achieve his dreams.
Critical Reception
Whiplash was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its intense performances, sharp direction, and electrifying editing. J.K. Simmons' portrayal of Fletcher was particularly singled out for praise, earning him numerous awards. The film resonated with audiences for its exploration of ambition, obsession, and the cost of greatness.
What Reviewers Say
A masterclass in filmmaking with powerhouse performances, particularly from J.K. Simmons.
An electrifying and intense examination of ambition and the pursuit of artistic excellence.
The film's pacing and editing are superb, creating a relentless and captivating viewing experience.
Google audience: Audiences overwhelmingly loved Whiplash, praising its gripping narrative, incredible acting, and the intense dynamic between the lead characters. Many highlighted the film's ability to be both thrilling and thought-provoking, with a significant number commending J.K. Simmons' unforgettable performance.
Awards & Accolades
Won 3 Academy Awards (Best Supporting Actor for J.K. Simmons, Best Film Editing, Best Sound Mixing), nominated for Best Picture, Best Original Screenplay, and Best Picture. Won the Grand Jury Prize and Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival. J.K. Simmons won a Golden Globe, BAFTA, and SAG Award for his performance.
Fun Fact
During the intense drum solo scene, Miles Teller actually injured his hands and had to be treated by a medic. He also performed many of the drum fills himself, despite not being a professional drummer at the start of filming.
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10 reviewstmdb70471036
The critics bestowed upon this film almost unanimous praise, yet some were quick to bemoan it as “overrated”. It’s the same old story. And while sometimes the “bemoaners” may be right, this time it is just proof that they are mostly wrong. ...
hamfaceman
Pretty intense drumming movie. I think it's about the pursuit of perfection and maybe something about fathers. Really great finale. Fingers bleeding. Put this ham on your face!
Ahmetaslan27
It is less than what is described as a wonderful piece of art consisting of music, artistic performance, directing and photography. It's one of my favorite movies. This piece of art inspired me
The Movie Mob
**Whiplash grips its audience from start to finish with a remarkable awe-inspiring performance by J. K. Simmons.** BRUTAL! Whiplash is a savage film with mind-blowing career-defining performances, interesting storytelling, and palpable o...
Matthew Brady
"There are no two words in the English language more harmful than good job". Whiplash follows are main character Andrew Neyman who is a young jazz drummer, single-minded in his pursuit to rise to the top of his elite east coast music con...
mattwilde123
When I sat down to watch this film, I didn't know what to expect. I am not usually a fan of films about musicians but this was a brilliant and tense masterpiece. The story is of a very ambitious boy named Andrew (played by Miles Teller) who...
DanDare
J K Simmons won an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor for his mean, bullying monster. Jazz teacher Terence Fletcher who abhors the words 'good job.' Fletcher tells a tale about Charlie Parker and how doing a good job was not enough for him....
Andres Gomez
Fantastic movie with a good cast with an impressive Miles Teller and a yet even more impressive J.K. Simmons. Decent script, great directing, selection of the repertoire and performances. Just sit down, get a good audio system and enjoy ...
MJM
DISGUSTING NONSENSE... *** This review may contain spoilers *** I find it very sad that so many people - including so-called professional reviewers - have rated this crap so highly. I did not walk out (although I was greatly tempted t...
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