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Whiplash

January 1, 1997 0h 20m

Originally released in 1997. Whiplash is a feature film. directed by Warren Sonbert. At just 20 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Synopsis

During the years preceeding his death, Sonbert channeled his energy into making Whiplash. His vision and motor skills impaired, he gave his companion, Ascension Serrano, detailed instructions about the assembly of specific shots and the music to be used as a counterpoint to the images. Before his death in 1995, he asked filmmaker Jeff Scher (a former student of Sonbert's at Bard) to complete the film. --Jon Gartenberg. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in partnership with Estate Project for Artists with AIDS in 1996.

Quick Facts

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Release Date January 1, 1997 29 years ago
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Runtime 0h 20m 20 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Whiplash about?

During the years preceeding his death, Sonbert channeled his energy into making Whiplash. His vision and motor skills impaired, he gave his companion, Ascension Serrano, detailed instructions about...

Who directed Whiplash?

Whiplash was directed by Warren Sonbert.

How long is Whiplash?

Whiplash has a runtime of 0 hours and 20 minutes (20 minutes total).

When was Whiplash released?

Whiplash was released on January 1, 1997 in theaters.