The film is sprinkled with brilliant scenes like the film's first murder and the opening sequence. (rottentomatoes.com)
There are several brilliant scenes, but it overall it was a little too understated for my tastes. (hoopla.nu)
And he comes into his own during Whiplash's unforgettable climax, a long and brilliant scene in which the film's story is resolved by music rather than words. (independent.ie)