Review of Whiplash (2014) by Movie1997 — 30 Dec 2016
Since "La La Land" is out in theaters, I thought I would take a look back at Damien Chazelle's big hit of 2014. And man oh man is this something. "Whiplash" is an intensely electrifying drama that never lets up.
Everything about this movie is spectacular thanks to unique editing, a great script, and performances from Miles Teller and J.K. Simmons that really elevate the movie to a whole new level. Without their chemistry, the movie would not be even close to what it became.
It is a movie that questions how far you are willing to go to achieve your dreams. The movie presents its ideas in such an unflinching way that it draws you in with its intensity. There were moments in this movie that legitimately made my heart race.
Most action thrillers now of days don't come anywhere close to giving me that same effect. Now that is saying something. From beginning to end it continuously builds and builds to a remarkable climax that was so satisfying to witness.
It's the kind of underdog ending that was just so well deserved. Overall, Damien Chazelle has a made one of the best movies not only of the decade but of all time.
This review of Whiplash (2014) was written by Movie1997 on 30 Dec 2016.
Whiplash has generally received very positive reviews.
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