Whiplash (2014) · Tastebuds

The road to greatness can take you to the edge.

Under the direction of a ruthless instructor, a talented young drummer begins to pursue perfection at any cost, even his humanity.

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Relentless, overwhelming, contemporary and meticulous.

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