Whiplash

A gripping drama directed by Damien Chazelle, this film follows the intense journey of a young jazz drummer, Andrew Neiman, played by Miles Teller, as he strives for greatness under the tutelage of the ruthless and demanding conductor Terence Fletcher, portrayed by J.K. Simmons. The film explores themes of ambition, discipline, and the fine line between mentorship and abuse. J.K. Simmons’ performance earned him an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor, highlighting the film’s critical acclaim. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.