An intense & electrifying film.

Rating: 9/10 (21 February 2015)

Whiplash is a story about Andrew(Miles Teller). Andrew is an aspiring jazz drummer who is enrolled at the Shaffer Conservatory of Music. Andrew is extremely passionate about drumming & will do anything to impress the chief band conductor at Shaffer, Fletcher(J.K. Simmons). However, Fletcher is an extremely short tempered & driven teacher who will go to any lengths to make the student play to his full potential & beyond. This could also mean something as extreme as inflicting emotional & physical harm on his students. Soon, Andrew's drive to become the best jazz drummer in the world, turns unhealthy & borders on obsession.
Whiplash is an outstanding film. Right from the opening scene, the viewer is captivated by Andrew's drumming, goals & aspirations. However, Whiplash is an unforgettable movie, thanks to the character of Fletcher, played by J.K. Simmons. Fletcher is unforgiving, intense, hilarious & terrifying all at the same time. The jazz music in the film is catchy & foot-tapping. What's even more impressive is Miles Teller did all of his own drumming in the movie. Director Damien Chazelle has made a scintillating film about jazz music. Miles Teller is brilliant as Andrew. Teller portrays Andrew's fatigue as the film progresses, beautifully. J.K. Simmons has given the best performance of his career as Fletcher. Simmons' portrayal of this insane teacher is flawless & the highlight of the film. J.K. Simmons truly deserves all the praise & awards he's received for his portrayal of Fletcher. Looking at the trend, he's definitely going to win the Oscar for Best Supporting Actor. Paul Reiser is great as Jim Neimann. Melissa Benoist is good as Nicole. Austin Stowell & Nate Lang are impressive as Ryan & Carl Tanner respectively. Whiplash is a must watch. Watch it immediately!