Whiplash (2014 film) - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Whiplash is a 2014 American drama film written and directed by Damien Chazelle based on his experiences in the Princeton High School Studio Band. The film stars Miles Teller as a student jazz drummer who seeks the respect of an abusive teacher played by J. K. Simmons. It also stars Paul Reiser and Melissa Benoist.
Anybody seen it? I’ve always had a sweet spot for Mr. Simmons since he played Vernon Schillinger in Oz.
saw it. it was an excellent movie. deep and dark. the teacher is a bully.
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i purposefully didn’t say i loved it. it’s hard to watch. i have survived such treatment.
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Not an original then…but will work well if you’re in the mood for emotional punishment from an authority in the name of personal growth. :-D
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