Review of Whiplash (2014) by Shawna T — 08 Jul 2015

Monstrously engrossing, thoroughly well acted.

This review of Whiplash (2014) was written by Shawna T on 08 Jul 2015.

Whiplash has generally received very positive reviews.

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