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
A gripping story about a young jazz drummer's intense relationship with his demanding music instructor, showcasing the passion and dedication required in the world of 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
A romantic musical that explores the dreams and struggles of an aspiring actress and a jazz musician in Los Angeles, highlighting the beauty of jazz music.
Soul
Jamie Foxx, Tina Fey, Graham Norton
Joe is a middle-school band teacher whose life hasn't quite gone the way he expected. His true passion is jazz. But when he travels to another realm to help someone find their passion, he soon discovers what it means to have soul.
Why you'll love it
An animated film that explores the meaning of life and passion through the journey of a middle school music teacher who dreams of becoming a jazz musician.
The Jazz Singer
Al Jolson, May McAvoy, Warner Oland
The son of a Jewish Cantor must defy the traditions of his religious father in order to pursue his dream of becoming a jazz singer.
Why you'll love it
A landmark film in cinema history, it tells the story of a young man who defies his family's wishes to pursue a career in jazz music.
Birdman
Caroline Christl Long
A portrait of Robert, a troubled but poetic soul struggling with his purgatorial existence in a hackney scrapyard.
Why you'll love it
A dark comedy-drama that follows a washed-up actor trying to revive his career on Broadway, featuring a jazz score that enhances the film's unique style.