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2014 · 107 min · R

Whiplash

Directed by Damien Chazelle · Drama, Music, Thriller

Whiplash (2014) is a Drama film, directed by Damien Chazelle set in New York City during the 2010s. It runs 107 minutes and is rated R.

Themes of obsession, coming of age, and power & corruption run throughout.

Composer
Justin Hurwitz
Cinematography
Sharone Meir
Cast
Miles TellerJ.K. SimmonsPaul ReiserMelissa BenoistAustin StowellNate LangChris MulkeyDamon Gupton

The world of this film

Setting

Where
New York City
Setting
Urban
When
2010s

Premise & themes

Themes
ObsessionComing Of AgePower & Corruption
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Based on
Pure Fiction

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