Review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) by Kevin J — 17 Jun 2015
It is amazing this film was made in 1967 because it is still as relevant as it was then as it is today. A film dealing with a black cop visiting down in Mississippi who gets caught up in a murder investigation, In the Heat of the Night reveals the depths of racism in the south at the time in fantastic fashion.
Director Norman Jewison handles the sensitive material brilliantly and this one really moves along quite well. The writing here is also really good and the story being told is riveting throughout. As for the acting, Sydney Poitier is fantastic as the black detective, while Rod Steiger provides a great performance that leaves you wondering whether you should be rooting for him or against him.
An extremely relevant and important film, In the Heat of the Night is a very interesting whodunnit type film that also serves a great example of the social issues still prevalent in this country.
This review of In the Heat of the Night (1967) was written by Kevin J on 17 Jun 2015.
In the Heat of the Night has generally received very positive reviews.
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