In the Heights (2021) | Rotten Tomatoes (2024)

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The creator of "Hamilton" and the director of "Crazy Rich Asians" invite you to the event of the summer, where the streets are made of music and little dreams become big... "In the Heights." 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 likable, magnetic bodega owner Usnavi (Anthony Ramos), who saves every penny from his daily grind as he hopes, imagines and sings about a better life. "In the Heights" fuses Lin-Manuel Miranda's kinetic music and lyrics with director Jon M. Chu's lively and authentic eye for storytelling to capture a world very much of its place, but universal in its experience.

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Lights up for In the Heights, a joyous celebration of heritage and community fueled by dazzling direction and singalong songs.

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Casting, choreography, songs, and story all come together In the Heights to offer pure joy in modern movie musical form.

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Deborah Ross

The Spectator

The choreography (by Christopher Scott) is always terrific and there's that unstoppable energy which, given the film's running time, might eventually have you shouting: "Stop. Stop with the unstoppable energy! I'm over it!" But, you know, what the hell.

Jul 29, 2021

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Esther Zuckerman

Thrillist

Ramos instantly secures his future as a leading man, but every single member of the cast is giving it their all, infusing their vocals and movements with life.

Jul 29, 2021

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David Stratton

The Australian

While the individual musical sequences range from the exciting to the charming, the film drags in spots. Despite that it's a must for musical lovers...

Rated: 3.5/5

Jun 29, 2021

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Amy Smith

InSession Film

With the vibrant soundtrack, gorgeous production and some of the best numbers in a long time such as '96,000' and 'Benny's Dispatch', there's no doubt that In The Heights makes my top five.

Mar 1, 2024

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Rebecca Johnson

Film Focus Online

Full of huge musical numbers and a tremendous amount of heart, In The Heights is a spectacle deserving of a cinema trip. However, the pacing issues take away a noticeable amount of enjoyment.

Rated: 3/5

Aug 6, 2023

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Zach Pope

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Soars high, sweeps you off your feet, & swells your eyes with tears. It’s filled with excitement, smiles, laughs, & will make you an emotional mess.

Jul 26, 2023

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James H Qué calor, qué calor, qué calor, qué calo-o-or 🕺 #InTheHeightsMovie Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 11/19/21 Full Review Renee The choreography was fantastic! The subject was timely! I took my 17 year old granddaughter, not sure who loved it most. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 10/09/21 Full Review MARCELA K Great story, great music, dancing and acting. Rated 5/5 Stars • Rated 5 out of 5 stars 09/22/21 Full Review Lawrence This movie was just awful!!! We walked out an hour early… I couldn’t understand what the movie was about at all! Rated 0.5/5 Stars • Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 09/22/21 Full Review Laura L Great songs and dancing overpower the predictable plot. Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/15/21 Full Review percy great movie, but too long? Rated 4/5 Stars • Rated 4 out of 5 stars 08/09/21 Full Review Read all reviews

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Jon M. Chu Director Anthony Ramos Usnavi Melissa Barrera Vanessa Leslie Grace Nina Rosario Corey Hawkins Benny Olga Merediz Abuela Claudia

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