Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller) is an ambitious young jazz drummer, in pursuit of rising to the top of his elite music conservatory. Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), an instructor known for his terrifying teaching methods, discovers Andrew and transfers the aspiring drummer into the top jazz ensemble, forever changing the young man’s life. But Andrew’s passion to achieve perfection quickly spirals into obsession, as his ruthless teacher pushes him to the brink of his ability and his sanity.
Andrew Neiman (Miles Teller) is an ambitious young jazz drummer, in pursuit of rising to the top of his elite music conservatory. Terence Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), an instructor known for his terrifying teaching methods, discovers Andrew and transfers the aspiring drummer into the top jazz ensemble, forever changing the young man’s life. But Andrew’s passion to achieve perfection quickly spirals into obsession, as his ruthless teacher pushes him to the brink of his ability and his sanity.
"Provocative and emotionally intense. A muscular and accomplished work of kinetic cinema built around two tremendous acting performances."
Salon
"A work of bravura filmmaking. Anchored by extraordinary performances from Miles Teller and J.K. Simmons."
Collider
"WHIPLASH will have audiences cheering and begging for an encore."
Examiner.com
Academy Award winner
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role, J.K. Simmons; Best Achievement in Film Editing; Best Achievement in Sound Mixing
Academy Award nominee
Best Motion Picture of the Year; Best Writing, Adapted Screenplay
Golden Globe winner
Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture, J.K. Simmons