In the Heat of the Night (1967)

Should I see it?
Absolutely.

A masterwork. This intelligent piece about a black detective performing a murder investigation in a small Southern town frankly examines race relations and provides some of unforgettable moments in American cinema. At its core this is also a masterful character piece with an stunning script and brilliant performances by Sidney Poitier and Rod Stieger. This is one of those films you must absolutely see at least once.


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