The Heat

Name: The Heat
Genre: Action, Comedy, Crime
Released: June 28, 2013
Duration: 117 min
Rating: 60
Cast: Dan Bakkedahl, Demián Bichir, Jane Curtin, Marlon Wayans, Melissa McCarthy

2013

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Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: June 28, 2013 | R

Starring: Dan Bakkedahl, Demián Bichir, Jane Curtin, Marlon Wayans, Melissa McCarthy, Michael McDonald, Michael Rapaport, Sandra Bullock, Spoken Reasons, Taran Killam

Summary: Uptight FBI special agent Sarah Ashburn and Boston cop Shannon Mullins become partners in order to take down a ruthless drug lord. The hitch: neither woman has ever had a partner -- or a friend for that matter.

Director: Paul Feig

Genre(s): Action, Comedy, Crime

Rating: R

Runtime: 117 min

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Joel Arnold

Jun 28, 2013

If The Heat is about more than being a well-oiled delivery system for impressive and effective comedy, it's in part about what it means to be a good cop — including the question of how gender does or doesn't factor into that. Read full review

Mick LaSalle

Jun 27, 2013

Don't believe the weak coming-attractions trailer. The inspired pairing of Sandra Bullock and Melissa McCarthy makes for a successful action comedy.

RogerEbert.com Sheila O'Malley

Jun 28, 2013

The Heat is violent, with some pretty gruesome moments and some questionable police work. That's part of the fun. Cagney and Lacey these two ain't. When they finally join forces, they go rogue with a gusto that is refreshing. Read full review

Steve Persall

Jun 27, 2013

When director Paul Feig — who revitalized feminine comedy with "Bridesmaids" — allows McCarthy's improvisational instincts to take over because, honestly, nobody else in the cast can stand up to her. McCarthy is the best thing about The Heat. Read full review

Andrew Schenker

Jun 27, 2013

With the film, Melissa McCarthy definitively cements her status as a legitimate comic talent, leaving her co-star stumbling behind in her wake. Read full review

Keith Uhlich

Jun 27, 2013

They (Bullock/McCarthy) deserve a much stronger showcase than this Laurel & Hardy Go Policin’ vehicle. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

Jun 27, 2013

Grotesque doesn't begin to describe Ms. McCarthy's new character. Scarily insane comes closer; repulsive occasionally applies. Mullins's insanity can be extremely funny from time to time, but her anger grows as punishing for the audience as it does for the victims of her unrestrained police work. Read full review

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mak1951

Jun 30, 2013

I have not laughed so much in a movie since Hangover 1. My jaw was aching and I had a grin on my face for an hour after we left the movie. Such great chemistry/interaction between Bullock and McCarthy. This what a comedy is meant to be.

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MatthewBTVS

Aug 24, 2013

One of the best comedy's to come out in recent times. Yes its cheesy, yes its crude. Does that bother me Nope. Sandra and Melissa's onscreen chemistry is sizzling. Perfect foils for one another, and to watch each of them grow through the movie is both hilarious and heart warming. Your jawOne of the best comedy's to come out in recent times. Yes its cheesy, yes its crude. Does that bother me Nope. Sandra and Melissa's onscreen chemistry is sizzling. Perfect foils for one another, and to watch each of them grow through the movie is both hilarious and heart warming. Your jaw will hurt from smiling, and your stomach will be in agony from laughing. A must see.… Expand

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Lansdenrs

Aug 1, 2013

One of the funniest movies of the year. Had me laughing at something in every scene. Melissa McCarthy is the funniest actress living today. Sandra Bullock is also hilarious. A must see!

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sheng

Jul 15, 2013

i find it interesting.. somehow it feels like a little bit the same with Ms Congeniality..

but its really entertaining! i found myself laughing alone, and its really fun.

"hey foster kid, now you have a sister"

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jlplatten

Jul 1, 2013

What a disappointment. I was expecting great things from this movie. I thought McCarthy was great in Bridesmaids and likewise Bullock in Miss Congeniality. The two ladies together would be comedy gold, right? Wrong. This movie failed not because of these two talented actresses, but becauseWhat a disappointment. I was expecting great things from this movie. I thought McCarthy was great in Bridesmaids and likewise Bullock in Miss Congeniality. The two ladies together would be comedy gold, right? Wrong. This movie failed not because of these two talented actresses, but because the screenwriters were just flat out lazy. The story was terrible, and the jokes just lame. I believe I lost all respect for this film when they introduced an albino character where they continued to insult him on various "white" jokes. Just lazy. There were some funny moments in the film, and just one I would consider hilarious. Overall, this movie had a good concept, but the filmmakers blew it.… Expand

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lori007101

Jan 7, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Female Lethal Weapons!
The two women can hardly be more different: Sandra Bullock plays the good FBI agent who is way ahead of any male agent. Even in front of dogs. It always acts according to rules and regulations and is pretty much buttoned up in the process. The other policewoman is Melissa McCarthy is gross, cursing all the time and wants nothing to do with the men. Two opposites attract. There have certainly been many buddy movies in the past. Classics like Lethal Weapon, Only 48 Hours or Bad Boys. The idea that two women are now taking over the sceptre is not bad! Unfortunately, the various clichés prevent the fun. Bullock utterly spiilful and McCarthy utterly unsympathetic. Sure it has a gag or another in store and makes for a smile. On the other hand, the film promises nothing new and the actresses then annoy with time.
The action is well executed and promises some crackers. The plot is self-evident and does not promise new surprises. Unfortunately, the leading actresses and the other stereotypes are normal and long times with time. Verdict: Well suited for a rainy Sunday afternoon. Prefer to watch a classic Buddy Movie!… Expand

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MGConroy

Jul 1, 2014

McCathy's continued box office success recalls what a critic once said about the acting of Whoopee Goldberg: an entire nation collectively decides not to hurt someone's feelings.

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