Review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) by Gb B — 04 Mar 2009

Excellent performance from Sidney Poitier.

This review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) was written by Gb B on 04 Mar 2009.

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

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IDK if I shared this last night so either way I will now cuz its a true classic and approp for MLK weekend to view a slice of American history…

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By Daniel P (2,457) on 08 Aug 2016

Love Poitier of course, but his scenes with Rod Steiger are my favorite thing about this. Great movie…

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By Augustine H (906) on 14 Nov 2015

A perfect detective story with racism as its subplot. The twists are out of your expectation and imagination! Breathtaking to watch…

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A very engaging and provocative movie that deals with multiple themes like racial prejudice, discrimination, carelessness of law and loneliness…

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