Whiplash [DVD] [2015]

Whiplash is a modern day masterpiece. I don't say that often, in fact...never. There aren't enough superlatives to describe the amazingness of Whiplash. Damien Chazelle crafted not just a tense dramatic piece of cinema, but a thematic experience with layered subtext. Andrew is a college student who simply wants to be the best drummer. Terence Fletcher, a renowned teacher at said college, sees potential in Andrew and chooses him to be the drummer in his band, at the expense of emotional distress. This is a brutal character study, absolutely savage. This is about Fletcher as much as it is about Andrew. The psychological battle and the consequential emotional turmoil that follows. I've never been so compelled in a drama ever (and this is my 5th viewing). The strive for perfection amidst the continuous passion that elevates Andrew as a person and how Fletcher uses his passion in attempt to obtain the perfect musician that Andrew hopes to be. The struggle for perfection is difficult in any profession, there is no right or wrong way to achieve this; the question is: "is there a line between gently pushing someone towards a goal or inflicting emotional torture upon them?". Fletcher leans towards the latter, so much so that he actually imposes physical damage to Andrew to test whether he will be discouraged from the harsh reality of perfection or not. The internal struggle in Andrew is excellently conveyed, you can see his passion seeping through the blood, sweat and tears and yet mentally unable to cope with Fletcher's methods. A simple story, but executed with such ferocity and intelligence that it just feels fresh. Damien Chazelle directed the heck out of this. Quick cuts between the musical instruments and nice long takes of Miles Teller and J.K Simmons duelling in anger. Speaking on Simmons, the best performance I've seen in years. Both complicated and terrifying simultaneously, he deserved every award. Teller was near perfect as well, conveying innocence and vulnerability. Look, I can talk about Whiplash forever. It's a masterpiece. End of review.

It's a pity i'm not allowed to rate this film higher, but anyway here's my review; it's a true masterpiece of any genre, you don't have to appreciate jazz or be a jazz nut to be engrossed in the way the two leads relationship builds, their respect for each other's position in the pecking order of the music school and how their very different personalities entwine but clash throughout captivate even the staunchist non-music fan, the film reveals to the viewer delightfully how Andrews' appreciation for Fletcher and his sorrow for his ultimate blab, manifests in his character growth, earning his high regard for how his teacher has brought out the talent in him and he seems to hold no malice for Fletcher's teaching methods, no matter how extreme they appear, even Andrew's dedication instill's in him the need to put his personal life on hold to be taught everything Fletcher can give. Both actor's deserve huge praise in the way they portray their character's. Not just the film of last year but many a year, a character study of immense depth and feeling needs to watched repeatably for full appreciation. double that star rating !!

I've waited a long time this year to see a truly top class film and I'm pleased to say that "Whiplash" is just that and it is easily the best film that I've seen in 2015. The acting and direction is stunning and the film had me enthralled from start to finish. It tells the fascinating story of an ambitious young jazz drummer at a top East Coast music conservatory who is discovered by an unpleasant,bullying ,perfectionist professor who recruits him for the top band in the school. JK Simmons plays the teacher amazingly well. An intense and captivating performance. Miles Teller also stars as the single minded,perfectionist student. Simmons resorts to cruel and extreme methods to get the best out of Teller. Does he go too far ? The characterisation is excellent and I enjoyed watching the ups and downs of the relationship between teacher and pupil. Both men are searching not just for perfection but for brilliance and are prepared to go to any lengths to achieve it. Compelling to watch and the music and drumming was marvellous. Unmissable film.

It's very rare I rate things 5 out of 5 but this movie was perfect in ever way. The right cast for the right story, the right run time, the right setting, it goes on! JK Simmons puts in a career defining performance as a music teacher with extreme teaching techniques who refuses to accept adequacy as part of his orchestra. Miles Teller (also in a career best) is the student striving for greatness as a drummer trying to do all he can to gain the approval of his legendary music teacher. A story about ambition and dedication, this movie really is perfect in telling this story. One of the best I've truly ever seen.

This is a very good film, that I believe is based on a true life account, of a music student, who endures a rough ride to success, at the hands of a very abusive, demanding music instructer... Some of the aggressive, threatening scenes are not for soft hearted people, and it seems at times that the ranting and raving doesn't seem necessary, but if you have a passion for something, then being the best at it, is a must for many people,which justifies the nastiness between the characters... Really good watch, and worth owning...

Un très bon film.

El envío de 10. De un día para otro Amazon te la deja en casa. Sobre la edición, cómo siempre la inversión que hacen en los materiales de las fundas es lamentable, recuerdo que al menos las de DVD eran más duras y confiables. La Imagen está muy bien codificada, los extras, para su precio y teniendo en cuenta como se portan algunos de los competidores (véase Warner) están bien. Pero sobretodo la he comprado porque es una magnífica película, un ejemplo de dirección y de montaje. J.K Simmons, espectacular. Las tramas secundarias, irrelevantes, por un motivo, pero para eso compradla y a disfrutar.

Awesome 😎 music 🎶 film 🎞️ !

Fabulous movie about a struggling drummer pushed by an obsessive teacher to the point that the drummer almost dies trying to measure up. A must see in my book.

Sfido chiunque, dopo aver visto il film, a non correre su you tube per cercare un video di Buddy Rich! Impossibile non sentirsi attratti dal jazz, impossibile non chiedersi: "Se un insegnante del genere l'avessi avuto io? Cosa avrei fatto nella vita?". Il mio Terence Flatcher è stato il mio professore di filosofia al liceo: dopo tanti anni sento di doverlo ancora ringraziare per quello che mi ha dato in termini di educazione al rigore e al sacrificio. Personaggi caratterizzati magnificamente, doppiatori all'altezza, fotografia perfetta e ritmo dosato magistralmente: non c'è un singolo fotogramma che non sia un piacere per gli occhi, senza contare la superba colonna sonora! Si perde qualcosa nell'adattamento in italiano, qualche sfumatura non di più. Ultima scena da brivido: un finale da storia del cinema!!!