In the Heights

critic Reviews

, 94% Certified Fresh Tomatometer Score
  • Lights up for In the Heights, a joyous celebration of heritage and community fueled by dazzling direction and singalong songs.
  • , Fresh Tomatometer Score
    Deborah RossThe 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.
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    Esther ZuckermanThrillist
    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.
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    David StrattonThe 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...
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    Wenlei MaNews.com.au
    With its big-hearted, vibrant celebration of community, hope and heritage, In the Heights is a movie that's infused with life and verve.
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    Jake WilsonThe Age (Australia)
    The musical numbers here tend to be over-edited and visually cluttered -- and there's clutter too in Miranda's lyrics, which are clever if you think it's clever to rhyme "falling hard" with "calling card" in a love duet.
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    Mark KermodeKermode & Mayo's Film Review
    If found it celebratory, despite the dark stuff in it. It was what I wanted, a great big everything-and-the-kitchen-sink romp.
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    Amy SmithInSession 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.
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    Rebecca JohnsonFilm 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.
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    Zach PopeZach Pope Reviews
    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.
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    Brett DozeInSession Film
    Though the film is not devoid of conflict, I look back on it primarily with a sense of joy and celebration.
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