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Whiplash

Whiplash

The road to greatness can take you to the edge.

20148.41h 47m

Overview

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

Directed by Damien Chazelle
Written by Damien Chazelle
Produced by Jason Blum, Helen Estabrook, David Lancaster
Box OfficeBudget: $3.3MRevenue: $50.3M

Top Cast

Miles Teller

Miles Teller

Andrew

J.K. Simmons

J.K. Simmons

Fletcher

Paul Reiser

Paul Reiser

Jim

Melissa Benoist

Melissa Benoist

Nicole

Austin Stowell

Austin Stowell

Ryan

Nate Lang

Nate Lang

Carl

Chris Mulkey

Chris Mulkey

Uncle Frank

Damon Gupton

Damon Gupton

Mr. Kramer

Suanne Spoke

Suanne Spoke

Aunt Emma

Max Kasch

Max Kasch

Dorm Neighbor

Themes & Keywords

new york cityjazzmusicianobsessionmusic teacherconservatorydrumsmontageperfectionistperfectionpublic humiliationjazz bandangryaggressiveyoung adultmusic schoolverbal abuseemotional abuseanxiousbased on short filmpsychological dramadramaticsuspensefulpowerfuldrummer

About Whiplash

Whiplash is a drama, music, thriller film released in 2014 exploring themes of new york city, jazz, musician, obsession, music teacher, conservatory. Directed by Damien Chazelle, it stars Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Paul Reiser. 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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