Ringo never had it this tough.

Rating: 8/10 (17 May 2015)

Andrew (Miles Teller) draws the attention of drum instructor Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), whose methods are not exactly easy-going.
Probably not a movie to put on if you're looking to relax, Whiplash offers a movie experience like dynamite. It makes no apologies about being brash and uncompromising. The fact that its well-made, brilliantly observed and written, most will concede. Whether they LIKE it may depend on their temperament. It raises interesting questions about nature vs nurture and morality and refuses to spoon-feed the answers. Reactions to this film should be mixed according to the personal truths people found in it. I could tell you my feelings, but that would defeat the purpose of what I've said and what the film is saying. Its up to you to find that line for yourself: is it worth it?
8/10