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There are no two words in the English language more harmful than good job.

Fletcher

Whiplash · 2014

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Psychological drama (film)Drama (film)Psychological drama Drama

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2014

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Fletcher

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Whiplash. Directed by Damien Chazelle, Blumhouse Productions/Right of Way Films/Bold Films, 2014.

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