Review of Whiplash (2014) by Lyn — 07 Mar 2015
J.K. Simmons delivered the scene that made me cry as Ellen Page's dad in "Juno," so I was interested to see what the veteran actor would bring to this Oscar-winning role. He doesn't disappoint.
As the mean music teacher, he brings perfect control and nuanced nastiness, not to mention showcasing his (who knew?!) extensive musical background. So, worth seeing for all this. The plot itself is extremely unrealistic, however.
He could be Coltrane, Monk and Gershwin rolled into one, but never would this kind of sadistic severity be tolerated at any school in the country. Also, two exhausting words: "Drum solos.
This review of Whiplash (2014) was written by Lyn on 07 Mar 2015.
Whiplash has generally received very positive reviews.
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