Whiplash

Theatrical - Limited 2014-10-10

Cast Miles Teller J.K. Simmons Paul Reiser Melissa Benoist Chris Mulkey
Directed by Damien Chazelle

Box Office Gross: $50,307,484

Running Time: 107 minutes

Language: English

Production Company: Bold Films, Blumhouse Productions, Right of Way Films

Genres: Drama Music Thriller

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7/10

Synopsis

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

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