Release Date
October 10, 2014 (Limited)
DVD Release Date
February 24, 2015 (Buy on Amazon)
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Running Time
106 minutes
MPAA Rating
Rated R for strong language including some sexual references
Andrew (Miles Teller) is a first-year college student as he begins his quest to become the core drummer of the top jazz orchestra in the country. Under the direction of a prestigious but borderline abusive instructor named Fletcher (J.K. Simmons), Andrew would do anything to become a famous musician. His commitment is put to the ultimate test when the unrelenting and eccentric band professor all but drives him to madness. Fletcher's extreme teaching methods rattle... Full synopsis »
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