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On the hottest day of the year in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, racial tensions simmer and eventually boil over between the Italian-American owners of a local pizza parlor and their Black customers. The conflict escalates throughout the day, leading to a tragic climax that exposes the deep-seated prejudices and anger within the community.

Spike Lee's 'Do the Right Thing' is widely regarded as a landmark film, praised for its vibrant filmmaking, complex characters, and unflinching exploration of racial tensions in America. It was a critical and commercial success, resonating with audiences and sparking significant debate upon its release. The film is frequently cited as one of the most important and influential American films of its era.

• Praised for its bold and vibrant portrayal of racial dynamics in an urban setting.

• Hailed for its nuanced characters and refusal to offer easy answers.

• Celebrated for its sharp direction and provocative social commentary.

Google audience: Audience reviews frequently highlight the film's powerful exploration of race relations and its lasting relevance. Many appreciate its ability to generate discussion and its thought-provoking narrative, even if some find its themes challenging.

Academy Award nominee for Best Original Screenplay; Cannes Film Festival Palme d'Or nominee; National Board of Review Award for Top Ten Films.

The iconic "Wall of Fame" featuring celebrities like Jackie Robinson and Martin Luther King Jr. that Mookie (Spike Lee) kicks over during the climax was originally designed to showcase only white celebrities, but Spike Lee insisted on adding Black icons to it.