Best Movie in Years

Rating: 10/10 (28 February 2015)

Honestly - I've been thinking that the age of great movies was over. I'd still venture that it is very likely still true. TV has really entered its golden age and I can hardly be bothered to actually go to a movie theater and pay full price to see a show any more. If I am going to watch a movie, I'll wait till is available for rent and then I won't feel so bad that I've wasted my money if it turns out to be bad.
Guess what - Whiplash has restored my faith in the motion picture! This movie is beyond exemplary. I cannot understand how it didn't capture Best Picture at every single awards show this season. Miles Teller and JK Simmons are absolutely incredible in this film and create the most intense and electric movie experience I've encountered in a very long time. The very last scene had my heart pounding and I could hardly breathe. The performances, direction, editing...everything was stellar. I had to watch it twice, back to back, it was that good.
Do yourself a favor - ignore the naysayers that are too preoccupied with the bullying. They won't ever get this film, so don't pay them any mind. Watch this and I assure you that you won't regret it.