Review of Whiplash (2014) by Kennaldo C — 04 May 2017

Love jazz but not any jazz?? Better watch it.

Damien chazelle is my new favourite director right now!

This review of Whiplash (2014) was written by Kennaldo C on 04 May 2017.

Whiplash has generally received very positive reviews.

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