Whiplash

MPAA Rating: R for strong language including some sexual references.
Run Time: 107 Minutes
My Rating: 5/5
So tonight my wife and I went and saw Blumhouse Productions' Whiplash starring Miles Teller (Divergent) and J.K. Simmons (Law & Order).  The film tells the story of Andrew (Miles Teller), a young and talented drummer attending a prestigious music academy, who puts every last of his tears, sweat, and blood to impress his respected professor Fletcher (J.K. Simmons).  While he sees it as a great honor to play for his professor, he realizes that his professor doesn't have the most humane way of teaching.  Fletcher does not hold back on abuse of his students in and out of the classroom.  As Andrew tries to become the greatest drummer of his time, his only obstacle may be Fletcher, the person who is assumed to be helping him.
This film was absolutely amazing. Honestly my rating of 5/5 is too low for this film.  If I could I would give this film a 10 out of 5.  This film is just that good.  After being praised in all the film festivals this year and being in very few theaters over the past month, it finally is expanding to more screens and if you are lucky to have this film near you, don't hesitate to go see it.  This film literally has everything, but the films two greatest strengths come from its emotion and its actors.
The film shows great emotion and it is powerful throughout.  I am not going to lie, I was stressed out throughout the entire film, however that is what I thought was so good about the film.  The film has you completely love and hate the characters from the very beginning.  As you see tears, sweat, and blood come from the characters bodies you can't help but feel for them.
That brings me to my next point, the acting.  It is absolutely impeccable. I had heard what a great job that the actors had done with this film, but it is a completely different experience witnessing it on the screen.  From the moment J.K. Simmons walks onto the screen he completely takes control over every scene.  This is by far the best performance of an actor in a supporting role this year and if he doesn't receive an Oscar for this performance, than it will be a huge upset.  He is absolutely amazing as the ruthless Fletcher that sends chills up and down your spine whenever you see him in a professional environment.  His performance is nothing short than spectacular and his on screen partner Miles Teller just helps his performance become that much better.  The chemistry between the two actors is great and I honestly believe that no other actors could have pulled off what these two did.
So this film is a must-see.  If this is near you, please go see it.  You will not be disappointed.  This is a film that is raw and emotional.  Be prepared to strap in and be prepared for a ride, because I promise you that this will be one of the best rides that you will take all year.