Do the Right Thing 1989
“It's the hottest day of the summer. You can do nothing, you can do something, or you can...”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Director
- Spike Lee
- Networks
- Universal Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
What is Do the Right Thing?
Do the Right Thing is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1989
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 120 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 14, 1989
- Studios
- Universal Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.8/10
- Episode runtime
- ~120 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Universal Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
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Overview
Do the Right Thing is a film first released in 1989. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by Universal Pictures, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A Brooklyn pizzeria becomes a flashpoint for racial tension on a scorching summer day.”
- Thought‑provoking examination of racism
- Tight two‑hour dramatic narrative
- Rated R, contains mature language and violence
- Intense racial conflict may be unsettling
Watch it if you appreciate bold dramas that confront social issues head‑on.
The film features strong language, violence, and challenging racial themes, making it suitable for adult audiences.
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What is the main source of tension in the story?
The tension stems from a dispute over the pizzeria’s Wall of Fame, which displays only Italian actors, sparking accusations of racism.
When was the film released?
It was released in the United States on June 30, 1989.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is approximately two hours.
What rating does the film have?
The film is rated R.
Where does the story take place?
The narrative is set in a Brooklyn neighborhood during a hot summer day.
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