“In the Heights” combines the talents of composer-lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda and “Crazy Rich Asians” director Jon M. Chu to tell an uplifting story about dreams and the immigrant experience. Considering all the contention and political rhetoric today about immigration in the United States, it’s a breath of fresh air that “In the Heights” is so optimistic and vibrant.
ReelBob: ‘In the Heights’ ★★★½
ReelBob: ‘In the Heights’ ★★★½
ReelBob: ‘In the Heights’ ★★★½
“In the Heights” combines the talents of composer-lyricist Lin-Manuel Miranda and “Crazy Rich Asians” director Jon M. Chu to tell an uplifting story about dreams and the immigrant experience. Considering all the contention and political rhetoric today about immigration in the United States, it’s a breath of fresh air that “In the Heights” is so optimistic and vibrant.