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In anticipation of Oscar season, we’re re-releasing a favorite from season one. Whiplash won 6 of the 14 Oscars it was nominated for, and continues to rivet viewers with the intense portrayal of music culture. Sarah sat down with her sister, a real professional percussionist, to gain unique and special insight into how this movie impacted her and whether Whiplash brings joy and value to young musicians.
Then, Screen Cares co-host, Sarah, leads listeners through a discussion about how watching the movie, Whiplash offers a cautionary tale about achievement culture and the price of success.
Sharing is Caring Contributor:
Special thanks to Rebekah Weathers for sharing her thoughts, insights and experience in the world of academic and professional competition and how seeing the movie Whiplash impacted her. Rebekah is a classically-trained percussionist and professional pastry chef. She plays with a local symphony, and focuses on finding the joy in music as a bard in LARP events all over the country. She believes that kindness and empathy matters. (We’re talking to you, Terence Fletcher.)
Please visit the Whiplash episode page on our website HERE for more information about the film, resources mentioned in the episode and pictures!
A special HUGE thank you to Brooks Milgate! He is an incredibly talented professional musician who composed and created our Screen Cares theme music. He plays shows all over the country and is a consummate professional and stand-up guy. For bookings or for more information, message him on Instagram @brakesmilgate
Screen Shares Rating:
*Please note, while Screen Cares encourages you to share this movie as a reference point to start important conversations with older adolescents, teens or the young adults in your life, it was rated “R” by the MPAA. This movie has strong language, offensive homophobic and other slurs, verbal abuse from a teacher, and intense moments, including a serious car accident. Screen Cares does not condone the use of hate speech in any form, for any reason. We believe that words matter, and no one, ever deserves to have any aspect of their personhood denigrated or belittled.
We feel that there is value in having in-depth conversations about the content of the movie and that the presence of strong language and verbal slurs offer an opportunity for parents/guardians/trusted adults to discuss the importance of word choice. Screen Cares also believes that talking about the theme of high-achievement culture-especially with those who may struggle with perfectionism or who are interested in a creative field-is valuable.
Screen Sparks:
Behind the Scenes-
Sarah getting her first violin, and spending time with her paternal grandmother.
