Review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) by Jeremy C — 22 Jun 2007

This has to be an incredible movie.Sydney Poitier is phenomenal. The story is an excellent period piece.

This review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) was written by Jeremy C on 22 Jun 2007.

In the Heat of the Night has generally received very positive reviews.

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