Review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) by Jess R — 16 Dec 2009

Superb movie...a good mystery story.. and very good performances from Poitier and Steiger...definitely watch it!!

This review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) was written by Jess R on 16 Dec 2009.

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

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