In the Heights 4K 2021

The idea for "In The Heights" came to 19-year-old Lin-Manuel Miranda when he realized that Broadway was not writing leading roles for Latinos. Then he decided to write a role for himself and devote history to the place where he lived all his life - Washington Heights. The musical became a hit on Broadway, collecting several Tony's and one Grammy.

Twenty years later, from the moment when Miranda got the idea of "In The Heights", they decided to transfer his creation to the big screen. The director's chair was taken by John M. Chu, who previously worked on Crazy Rich Asians. And Miranda himself appeared in the film in a cameo role.

The viewer gets to know the entire area and its inhabitants, starting with the charismatic Usnavi. The whole life of a young man is focused on a small shop and preparing a "caf? con leche ", but he himself dreams of returning to his homeland - to the Dominican Republic. Along the way, he makes awkward attempts to win the heart of Vanessa, who sleeps and sees herself as a famous designer, but for now works in a beauty salon. Then there is Nina, who fled to Stanford in search of herself and for the sake of a bright future, which all of Washington Heights will read to her. These and many more heroes dream, cry, dance, sing and just live for two hours.

What did we get in the end? An incendiary film about the Latin American community in Washington Heights, New York. Beautiful voices and dances perfectly match John M. Chu's vision and interesting visuals. It's worth watching, if only for the culture that isn't often seen on big screens. Before watching, you need a little empathy, love for fiery music and a handkerchief.