2025 has not yet begun and is already bringing us very interesting surprises, such as this Whiplash concert at the National Auditorium. It is a very special event, as it will be led by the composer Justin Hurwitz, and the film will also be screened.
Believe it or not, this 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of the premiere of Whiplash, a film that tells the story of Andrew Neiman who seeks to succeed in the world of music. On his way he will meet a teacher who will lead him to demand more and more.
The film was released in 2014 and won several awards, including three Oscars. What better way to celebrate its tenth anniversary than with a concert. are you taking the plunge?
When will the Whiplash concert be in CDMX?
This special screening will feature the participation of Cinema Big Band, which will be directed by Justin Hurwitz, who has twice won the Oscar for Best Original Score (La La Land) and Best Original Song (City of Stars).
The inaugural screening will take place next đź“…January 17, 2025 at the Auditorio Nacional (đź“ŤAvenida Paseo de la Reforma 50, alcaldĂa Miguel Hidalgo). During the screening, the film will be projected while the musicians perform the melodies of the movie. Although there are still several months to go, tickets are already on sale online.
It is worth mentioning that the concert is part of an event called Cinema Concert Festival, which will have a couple of other concerts of different films. The first will be Whiplash.