Powerful, Kinetic Film

Rating: 9/10 (26 September 2016)

Going into "Whiplash" I had high expectations, mostly because the movie adverts are literally covered in praise. Once watched, these expectations were met; certainly a beautifully done reminder of what makes a move "great". It makes you illicit many emotions, most not particularly wanted (but welcome) when watching a movie, and keeps you thoroughly engaged. For the entire 110 minutes you are in the world of "Whiplash" and never leave, due to fantastic writing and dialogue of the two main characters, mesmerizing camera work, and terrific performances of the leads (Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons). A dramatic, musical marvel whose only shortcoming comes from any scene where Teller and Simmons aren't sharing the screen.