Excellent Movie amazingly shot in 19 days

Rating: 9/10 (9 February 2015)

Excellent performances all around, the drumming and musical backing is top class. Was skeptical when sitting down to watch but after a few minutes I was hooked. Would recommend to movie goers (Just watch out for the younger viewers as there is quite a bit of bad language). Ranked very highly because it is so compelling in subject and moral undertones. Fantastic performances by Miles Teller who had me convinced he was a musician first and and an actor second, definite Oscar nomination in my book. J. K. Simmons who is looking in great shape for his age is perfectly cast in the role of teacher, mentor, bully and musician. A magical performance by both of these actors who dominate every scene. To be honest apart form the musicians the rest of the cast were just a minor support as these two went about portraying their characters with commitment and ease all at the same time...... make sure you watch this one for sure.