In the Heights

Name: In the Heights
Genre: Drama, Romance, Music, Musical
Released: June 11, 2021
Duration: 143 min
Rating: 84
Cast: Alex Wong, Anthony Ramos, Ariana Greenblatt, Chris Jackson, Corey Hawkins

2021

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Universal acclaim based on 55 Critic Reviews

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Warner Bros. Pictures | Release Date: June 11, 2021 | PG-13

Starring: Alex Wong, Anthony Ramos, Ariana Greenblatt, Chris Jackson, Corey Hawkins, Daphne Rubin-Vega, Dascha Polanco, Daymien Valentino, Doreen Montalvo, Gregory Diaz IV, Isabella Iannelli, Jimmy Smits, Joseph Velez, Julia Harnett, Leslie Grace, Lin-Manuel Miranda, Marc Anthony, Melissa Barrera, Noah Catala, Olga Merediz, Reyna Guerra, Rita Moreno, Stephanie Beatriz, Susan Pourfar

Summary: Lights up on Washington Heights...The scent of a cafecito caliente hangs in the air just outside of the 181st Street subway stop, where a kaleidoscope of dreams rallies this vibrant and tight-knit community. At the intersection of it all is the likeable, magnetic bodega owner Usnavi (Anthony Ramos), who saves every penny from his dailyLights up on Washington Heights...The scent of a cafecito caliente hangs in the air just outside of the 181st Street subway stop, where a kaleidoscope of dreams rallies this vibrant and tight-knit community. At the intersection of it all is the likeable, magnetic bodega owner Usnavi (Anthony Ramos), who saves every penny from his daily grind as he hopes, imagines and sings about a better life.… Expand

Director: Jon M. Chu

Genre(s): Drama, Romance, Music, Musical

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 143 min

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Stephen Humphries

Jul 29, 2021

The rhythms are Latin; the beats come from the heart. Miranda’s character-based story culminates with a twist that illustrates that home isn’t a locale, it’s a state of consciousness. Read full review

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RogerEbert.com Tomris Laffly

Jun 8, 2021

Jubilant, unapologetically massive, and bursting with a cozy, melancholic sense of communal belonging, In The Heights is the biggest-screen-you-can-find Hollywood event that we the movie lovers have been craving since the early days of the pandemic, when the health crisis cut off one of our most cherished public lifelines. Read full review

Leah Greenblatt

May 21, 2021

For all its rich tapestry and radiant ingenues, it's that casual centering of so many marginalized voices that makes the movie feel, in its own way, revolutionary: a Technicolor marvel as heady as Old Hollywood, and as modern as this moment. Read full review

Richard Lawson

May 21, 2021

Basking in the film’s ceaseless swirl is as intoxicating a moviegoing experience as one could want these days, a burst of communal joy (and sorrow) that serves as an effusive welcome back to the world. Read full review

Phil de Semlyen

May 24, 2021

The editing is sharp and director Jon M Chu, who captured Singapore as a celebratory melting pot in Crazy Rich Asians, repeats the trick for New York, packing a tonne of warmth and summery vibes into every shot. Read full review

Empire Helen O'Hara

May 21, 2021

Like a shot of summer holiday straight to the arm, this will have you shimmying out of the cinema and hugging all your neighbours. It’s joyful. Read full review

Alan Ng

Jun 12, 2021

As a movie, I thought Jon M. Chu did an incredible job bringing In The Heights to cinematic life. There’s nothing wrong with the actual production or cast. It’s all great, but my issue is with the source material, specifically the songs. Read full review

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User Reviews

franciscoortiz

Jun 11, 2021

A rare musical of friends, family and dreams! It’s all about community and neighborhood. I loved it!

5 of 12 users found this helpful57

wadisplace

Jun 29, 2021

An Outstanding Movie!
This is a movie the whole family can come and see.
It is about the Struggles of life, But the hope that burns within.

0 of 0 users found this helpful00

mrmonster

Jun 11, 2021

A brilliant and heartwarming musical, definitely a must watch for anyone who liked Hamilton.

1 of 9 users found this helpful18

iCampoRamil

Jul 16, 2021

Aunque no es más que una comedia romántica simplona, siendo honestos, es muy divertida, disfrutable y dinámica, no se puede pedir más para una película de este estilo, y es genial.
Es raro que se te peguen las canciones sin haberlas escuchado nunca, son muy buenas y pegadizas, también losAunque no es más que una comedia romántica simplona, siendo honestos, es muy divertida, disfrutable y dinámica, no se puede pedir más para una película de este estilo, y es genial.
Es raro que se te peguen las canciones sin haberlas escuchado nunca, son muy buenas y pegadizas, también los bailes.
Las actuaciones, asímismo el reparto, es muy bueno, en lo técnico un sobresaliente, en general es bastante buena.
Cosas buenas: La música, tanto las canciones como los bailes, las interpretaciones, técnicamente es buenísima, es muy muy inmersiva, y aún siendo algo simplona, es bastante crítica.
Cosas malas: Se te puede hacer algo cansino el ver tanta felicidad, pero es lo que te esperas.
Conclusión: Muy buen musical, muy disfrutón, y la verdad es que me encantó, sobre todo por lo inmersivo que consigue ser, no quieres que se acabe, a pesar de durar lo suyo, lo recomiendo con creces.… Expand

0 of 0 users found this helpful00

Xenomorph_kills

Jun 23, 2021

The actors are superb and bring to life all the main characters. The music is solid. The production is amazing for a musical. The themes of the movie are a tad repetitive. Each character feels like they have the same goal. Which could make the movie feel like it's dragging during the thirdThe actors are superb and bring to life all the main characters. The music is solid. The production is amazing for a musical. The themes of the movie are a tad repetitive. Each character feels like they have the same goal. Which could make the movie feel like it's dragging during the third act. Overall enjoyable and a fun time.… Expand

1 of 2 users found this helpful11

ilinr

Jun 17, 2021

An alright film, consisting of well-shot scenes and decent choreography. A definite step-up from Hamilton, comparing the pacing and plot. The atmosphere of the setting and shots however feel like a constant Coca-Cola ad - take that as you will. The music is most definitely its most shiningAn alright film, consisting of well-shot scenes and decent choreography. A definite step-up from Hamilton, comparing the pacing and plot. The atmosphere of the setting and shots however feel like a constant Coca-Cola ad - take that as you will. The music is most definitely its most shining feature as you should expect for a musical. Overall, not a terrible experience but not a movie I would be coming back to watch again.… Expand

1 of 2 users found this helpful11

Anonymous2021

Jul 21, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie lacked diversity and I’m really disappointed I didn’t get to see Afro Latinx community on this movie… Expand

0 of 2 users found this helpful02

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