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Whiplash (2014)

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The road to greatness can take you to the edge.

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

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Cast & Crew

Director
Damien Chazelle
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    Andrew Miles Teller
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    Fletcher J.K. Simmons
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    Jim Paul Reiser
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    Nicole Melissa Benoist
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    Ryan Austin Stowell
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    Carl Nate Lang
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    Uncle Frank Chris Mulkey
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    Mr. Kramer Damon Gupton

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  • public humiliation
  • jazz band
  • young adult
  • music school
  • based on short
  • tense
  • drummer