Absolutely captivating

Rating: 9/10 (10 May 2020)

Whiplash is an absolutely engrossing and character-driven drama boasting incredible performances from J.K. Simmons and Miles Teller as the unforgettable Fletcher and Andrew. Whiplash asks you questions about true passion and whether violently harsh teaching facilitates of drives it away, and the film refuses to give you answers. If you think that the point of the film is that Fletcher is a terrible teacher and a crazy psycho, (you're wrong) you still have to wonder if he is a part of why Andrew is as passionate as he is. I do not condone his behavior but I posit that his role in success (and, perhaps, failure) is massive.