Those who have seen their fair share of films about musicians may go into a movie like “Whiplash” with certain expectations. But this best picture nominee is not your typical music drama. Instead, in its pacing, acting and
This week's major home video releases include an outstanding, music-themed drama and a major animated release by Disney. Whiplash. 4 stars (out of four). Rated R for strong language including some sexual references. Sony. Available on: Blu-ray, DVD,
Harvard grad Damien Chazelle got Jason Reitman and Jason Blum's attention with his tale of a brilliant young jazz drummer and his shockingly abusive music teacher. New York Film Fest: 'Whiplash' Continues to Drum Up
Hosts Kristen Bell and Fred Armisen kicked off IFC's broadcast of the 30th Independent Spirit Awards by spoofing some of the Best Feature nominees. Adam Scott, Bill Hader and Miles Teller also joined in on the fun. The sketch included long, uncut
Whiplash Sundance Film Still – H 2014. J.K. Simmons and Miles Teller in 'Whiplash'. This is a lightly edited transcript of a conversation with an Academy member who is not associated with any of this year's nominees about