Whiplash
Miles Teller, J.K. Simmons, Melissa Benoist
A promising young drummer enrolls at a cut-throat music conservatory where his dreams of greatness are mentored by an instructor who will stop at nothing to realize a student's potential.
Why you'll love it
While the film primarily focuses on a drummer, it provides a deep dive into the world of jazz music.
La La Land
Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, Rosemarie DeWitt
When Sebastian, a pianist, and Mia, an actress, follow their passion and achieve success in their respective fields, they find themselves torn between their love for each other and their careers.
Why you'll love it
The film features a jazz pianist and his love for jazz music, with several scenes involving jazz guitar.
Sweet and Lowdown
Sean Penn, Samantha Morton, Woody Allen
In the 1930s, jazz guitarist Emmet Ray idolizes Django Reinhardt, faces gangsters and falls in love with a mute woman.
Why you'll love it
The film tells the story of a fictional jazz guitarist in the 1930s.
Bird
Forest Whitaker, Diane Venora, Michael Zelniker
The troubled life and career of jazz musician Charlie Parker.
Why you'll love it
The film is a tribute to the life and music of jazz saxophonist Charlie Parker, but features jazz guitar in its soundtrack.