Do the Right Thing

Showings

Coral Gables Art Cinema Sat, Aug 20, 2016 11:45 PM
Coral Gables Art Cinema Sat, Feb 22 10:00 PM
Film Info
Country:U.S.
Release Year:1989
Runtime:120
Director:Spike Lee
Rating:R
Language:English

Description

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Bed-Stuy is about to explode as tensions rise during the hottest day of the summer. Especially pertinent in light of recent events around the country, Spike Lee's examination of race relations in late 80s New York City was the film that solidified him as a singular auteur and a pioneer of the new black cinema. From Rosie Perez's iconic opening dance number set to Public Enemy's "Fight the Power" to Lee’s own portrayal of 25-year old Mookie, Do the Right Thing is one of the all-time classic summer movies. But the film is also an indictment of the violence endemic to not just New York but the entire United States. Nominated for two Academy Awards®, Lee’s colorful tale is not to be missed. Come listen to the story of the Right Hand, Left Hand.