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In The Heat of the Night review
Daniel Corleone - wrote on 07/15/13
Only qualms this reviewer had were it's pacing, how people seem to be shouting countless times (badgering the victim?) and overreacting of the supporting cast. A story about the murder of Mr. Colbert while two law enforcers, observant Virgil Tibbs (Sidney Poitier) and temperamental police Chief Bill Gillespie (Rod Steiger) investigate. Tibbs got convicted at first in a racist town. Soundtrack was apt and direction was superb. Sidney Poitier's performance made it engaging as well. Some cool quotes: "I got the motive which is money and the body which is dead." and "Just once in my life, I'm gonna own my temper." Overall, In the Heat of the Night may not be enjoyed though repeat viewing or Best Picture quality, it was however a very good mystery/drama film with splendid performances from its two leads.
