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Whiplash

Name: Whiplash
Genre: Drama, Music, Thriller
Released: 2014
Duration: 1 h 47 min
Rating: 91
Cast: Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Paul Reiser, Melissa Benoist, Austin Stowell

The Road To Greatness Can Take You To The Edge.

Essential

median of 3 scored reviews

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

Drama Music Thriller

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Damien Chazelle Director

Miles Teller Actor

J.K. Simmons Actor

Paul Reiser Actor

Melissa Benoist Actor

Austin Stowell Actor

Director: Damien Chazelle
Released: 2014
Runtime: 1h 47m
Certificate: 15
Language: English

What people described

3 scored

Roisin Kelly

27 June 2026

I have watched the last scene more times than I have watched most films. Every time my heart rate goes up and I know exactly what happens.

Why this scoreRepeated re-viewing with an unchanged physiological response; exceptional.

Ade Fashola

7 June 2026

I played in a school band and this brought back things I had filed away. The final nine minutes are the best thing I saw all year.

Why this scorePersonal resonance and a superlative tied to a specific section; very strong.

Leo Barnard

18 May 2026

I finished it with my shoulders round my ears. Had to put something gentle on afterwards to come down from it.

Why this scoreClear physical tension and a described decompression need; strong.

Verdict spread

Essential 2

Strong 1

Worth it 0

Mixed 0

Damning 0

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