The Soloist vs Whiplash
Whiplash has the higher audience score (8.4/10 against 6.7/10 for The Soloist). Whiplash is the shorter watch at 1h 47m compared with 1h 49m. The Soloist is the older of the two (2009 against 2014). Both are drama, music movies, so they suit a similar mood.
The Soloist
Whiplash| The Soloist | Whiplash | |
|---|---|---|
| Audience score | ★ 6.7/10 | ★ 8.4/10 |
| Year | 2009 | 2014 |
| Length | 1h 49m | 1h 47m |
| Genres | Drama, Music | Drama, Music |
| Country | – | United States of America |
| Director | Joe Wright | Damien Chazelle |
| Main cast | Nelsan Ellis, Jena Malone, Rachael Harris, Robert Downey Jr., Lorraine Toussaint | Melissa Benoist, Austin Stowell, J.K. Simmons, Suanne Spoke, Chris Mulkey |
Synopsis
The Soloist
A Los Angeles journalist befriends a homeless Juilliard-trained musician, while looking for a new article for the paper.
Whiplash
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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