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CollinPJul 18, 2012

This movie is an amazing spectacle. It manages to be an action movie, a drama, a crime flick, and a beautifully filmed majestic epic all at once. Some may argue that it is not paced fast enough; I tell you to go enjoy your "ADD fix" withThis movie is an amazing spectacle. It manages to be an action movie, a drama, a crime flick, and a beautifully filmed majestic epic all at once. Some may argue that it is not paced fast enough; I tell you to go enjoy your "ADD fix" with Family Guy or Transformers 2. Mann manages to capture the soul of almost all of these characters, and provide you a look into who they are, and why they act like they do. The action scenes that are there are not simply throw away, they build upon what has happened before, and help reveal a little more about the world that these criminals and cops both inhabit.… Expand

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MovieGuysApr 23, 2014

Heat is such a well-executed movie with a dazzling script and an all-star cast that it feels like a wet dream for gangster movie fans. Of the few scenes that they're in together, Pacino and DeNiro are amazing, and their chemistry isHeat is such a well-executed movie with a dazzling script and an all-star cast that it feels like a wet dream for gangster movie fans. Of the few scenes that they're in together, Pacino and DeNiro are amazing, and their chemistry is electrifying in the way they clash heads. It is obvious they have mutual respect for one another, and yet they won't hesitate to kill each other at a moment's notice. That's the beauty of it. Mann has crafted a fine picture that will be remembered as one of the great gangster flicks out there.… Expand

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TokyochuchuMar 1, 2013

Heat is an astonishing crime drama. Expertly directed by Micheal Mann, Heat features knockout performances from both Robert DeNiro and Al Pacino. The action sequences are also incredible, with the centerpiece shootout in downtown L.A probablyHeat is an astonishing crime drama. Expertly directed by Micheal Mann, Heat features knockout performances from both Robert DeNiro and Al Pacino. The action sequences are also incredible, with the centerpiece shootout in downtown L.A probably being the best gun-battle ever committed to film. Heat fires on all cylinders at all times and is quite simply one of the best movies ever made.… Expand

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VaiKellyMar 23, 2011

HEAT is good, seriously good. Pacino and de Niro are just perfect for the characters they play, the direction is equally strong. The length of the movie might be a bit too long for the usual Hollywood flick, but this is serious, heady stuff.HEAT is good, seriously good. Pacino and de Niro are just perfect for the characters they play, the direction is equally strong. The length of the movie might be a bit too long for the usual Hollywood flick, but this is serious, heady stuff. Pacino is quintessential and meticulous as the cop who knows a challenge when he sees one, de Niro is the smooth operator who must always stay a step ahead. The leader of a fearsome crew, de Niro's silent, tough control over his team, over their future, is just perfect. The supporting cast are equally commendable. Of Michael Mann's best movies, Heat is certainly one of them. Cliched? Not one bit. The best scene of the movie isn't just the diner-coffee scene, it's the first one where de Niro ascends the electric stairs and on to the pavement. You see the look, the fierceness in his face, the way he walks and does his business, the perfect character played by the perfect actor. Pacino is no less powerful, the way he hankers after his informant, Eddy, the way he gets the 'slick' lead from Eddy's cousin, the way he prowls and stalks de Niro's crew, his tireless dedication to his work - Mann has just handled both these magnificent actors as well as any director has ever done so, with balance and precision. Pacino and de Niro are subdued in their fierceness, no over-the-top overacting by these two fine actors, it's just classic, downright methodical acting. The story builds up, adds more intrigue and suspense by the minute....Heat is one for the ages. I should say it, I've seen it no fewer than 15 times, from start to end!… Expand

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fkosJul 21, 2011

Quite simply a modern classic. I honestly think that in years to come this film will be regarded as a masterpiece of its genre (if that isn't already the case). Oh, and the ending with Moby's 'God Moving Over the Face of the Waters' playingQuite simply a modern classic. I honestly think that in years to come this film will be regarded as a masterpiece of its genre (if that isn't already the case). Oh, and the ending with Moby's 'God Moving Over the Face of the Waters' playing in the background is, in my opinion, the greatest ending to any movie I've ever seen.… Expand

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KevinChau5May 19, 2018

Favorite 1990s film, Robert De Niro and Al Pacino were awesome together! Praising the Action scenes and the casting!

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ty92Mar 3, 2020

Incredible movie that was before its time. Great great great movie. One of the best movies ever made. Love this director as he also directed Public Enemies.

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sinadoomJul 20, 2013

Definitely one of the most epic crime films. Fantastic acting, good story and some epic action. It manages to keep your attention throughout despite being a long film. It's suspenseful, deep and eventful. The characters are well-developed,Definitely one of the most epic crime films. Fantastic acting, good story and some epic action. It manages to keep your attention throughout despite being a long film. It's suspenseful, deep and eventful. The characters are well-developed, and there's a perfect balance between action and story. At first there seems to be two unrelated movies in one going on at the same time, but the way it comes together, and especially the moment when the two main characters meet makes for a great scene. Overall, Heat is not a shallow action film, but isn't hard to follow or boring to watch. There aren't any points where you feel the time is wasted. Every minute of the film is put to good use and offers variety, rather than focusing purely on action or purely on developing the backstory for the characters. Al Pacino and Robert De Niro did a tremendous job in this film, and made it a must-watch.… Expand

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kyle20ellisMar 27, 2022

This is a brilliant film. While clocking in at a nearly three-hour running time, there isn't a single wasted scene, it is always entertaining and I think it is very rewatchable too. The cinematography, locations and scenery are superb, andThis is a brilliant film. While clocking in at a nearly three-hour running time, there isn't a single wasted scene, it is always entertaining and I think it is very rewatchable too. The cinematography, locations and scenery are superb, and the film's atmosphere and pace are also terrific. The story is plausible and beautifully structured with a breathtaking sequence towards the middle of the film, and there are a lot of memorable quotes. Heat is also brilliantly directed by Michael Mann and the acting of Robert DeNiro and Al Pacino is exemplary. So all in all, brilliant and absolutely worth it. 10/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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geewahJan 20, 2021

One of 1995's best movies.
Michael Mann has delivered a gripping, powerful piece of cinema with this crime drama.
Well acted, a tight script and intense action scenes makes this a must see.

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CollinPJul 1, 2009

This movie is an amazing spectacle. It manages to be an action movie, a drama, a crime flick, and a beautifully filmed majestic epic all at once. Some may argue that it is not paced fast enough; I tell you to go enjoy your "ADD fix" with This movie is an amazing spectacle. It manages to be an action movie, a drama, a crime flick, and a beautifully filmed majestic epic all at once. Some may argue that it is not paced fast enough; I tell you to go enjoy your "ADD fix" with Family Guy or Transformers 2. Mann manages to capture the soul of almost all of these characters, and provide you a look into who they are, and why they act like they do. The action scenes that are there are not simply throw away, they build upon what has happened before, and help reveal a little more about the world that these criminals and cops both inhabit.… Expand

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seebeeSep 27, 2020

An absolute classic. Great story and characters, super cool script. Above all though, Mann’s directing and commitment to practical effects make this a classic. Hollywood doesn’t make movies like this anymore.

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SpangleDec 13, 2013

Awesome film. Pacino and De Niro put together fantastic performances that truly make the movie, as well as complimentary great performances from the rest of the cast. Michael Mann outdid himself in directing this flick.

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EDGECRUSHERJul 21, 2013

The movie is a perfect metaphor for both the good and bad elements depicted: long periods of time spent idling punctuated by breathless moments chasing or escaping. The ultimate confrontation is one of the best bank robbery scenes ever shownThe movie is a perfect metaphor for both the good and bad elements depicted: long periods of time spent idling punctuated by breathless moments chasing or escaping. The ultimate confrontation is one of the best bank robbery scenes ever shown on screen.… Expand

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gracjanskiMay 14, 2021

Classic movie nowadays. The story is intelligent and the cat and mouse game between Pacino and De Niro is in the centre of the plot. Of course both are top actors, but also some other actors are great. The few action scenes are good also.

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talisencrwSep 23, 2014

One of the greatest gangster/crime/bank heist films ever, certainly one of the finest films of the 90's, and a career highlight, both for Michael Mann and several of the excellent actors. It's exciting, it's beautiful, and it's essential.One of the greatest gangster/crime/bank heist films ever, certainly one of the finest films of the 90's, and a career highlight, both for Michael Mann and several of the excellent actors. It's exciting, it's beautiful, and it's essential. Nearly twenty years afterwards, the films that have come since only show just how great this film is.… Expand

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Closeremperor16Jun 7, 2015

I cant even describe how much I love this movie or even why really. It's like a perfect storm of acting, directing and cinamtography that blends to together in a to a moving, tense and dramatic look at what drives good men and the bad.
WithI cant even describe how much I love this movie or even why really. It's like a perfect storm of acting, directing and cinamtography that blends to together in a to a moving, tense and dramatic look at what drives good men and the bad.
With outstanding performances from everyone involved especially Deniro and Pacino this Crime saga is a true classic.

I have loved this film for over 15 years and I expect I will continue to do so.… Expand

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showbizjunkieMay 22, 2015

Heat is an essential crime thriller classic. Pacino and De Niro spend merely 10 minutes onscreen together, but they convey such powerful performances together. Nearly 3 hours long, this movie feels half that length. It goes by in the blink ofHeat is an essential crime thriller classic. Pacino and De Niro spend merely 10 minutes onscreen together, but they convey such powerful performances together. Nearly 3 hours long, this movie feels half that length. It goes by in the blink of an eye. The two lead actors are at the top of their game in this movie. Kudos to Michael Mann for making such a great movie. The coffee shop scene alone sold me on this movie, even though the rest is fantastic as well.… Expand

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Ruinercero84Apr 22, 2021

the film is totally realistic and well acted; coherent scenes in direction and performance. Good script, almost excellent photography, music to the point, the only spelling mistake in the film is when Al Pacino hugs a supposed mother of athe film is totally realistic and well acted; coherent scenes in direction and performance. Good script, almost excellent photography, music to the point, the only spelling mistake in the film is when Al Pacino hugs a supposed mother of a victim, and he pretends to be a priest-detective-psychologist for a few seconds, that does not happen in real life.… Expand

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timoneDec 1, 2021

I have just finished watching Heat a fantastic film. Ah, I don't know what I liked about it really, it's just a long and compelling crime drama starring Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro and Val Kilmer and directed by Michael Mann. Um, I'm sure youI have just finished watching Heat a fantastic film. Ah, I don't know what I liked about it really, it's just a long and compelling crime drama starring Al Pacino, Robert DeNiro and Val Kilmer and directed by Michael Mann. Um, I'm sure you guys are a huge fan of Michael Mann but for me I've never heard of him. The heist scenes are brilliant, the ending chase is thrilling and it sort've reminds me of me staying outside in the dark so that was years ago. it's been 2hrs and 44mins since I watch this fantastic film and I knew in my nuts that this film would be long and that's the running time. Oh, I almost forgot to tell you about the robbery scene and the gunshots are so loud and I have no problem with that. And that's it, enjoy this film.… Expand

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loganharoldDec 20, 2017

Masterful in every sense of the word. Michael Maan's poetic, sprawling crime epic can't be summed up in mere words -- it's literally got everything, from textured characters to plot twists to a dynamite score to first rate performances from aMasterful in every sense of the word. Michael Maan's poetic, sprawling crime epic can't be summed up in mere words -- it's literally got everything, from textured characters to plot twists to a dynamite score to first rate performances from a golden cast. This movie is what all movies should aspire to be.… Expand

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lofu_agfyNov 11, 2020

Having seen almost every classic and influential crime drama of the past 30 years, I finally got around to seeing Heat. Having heard about how influential it has been in other movies and video games, I couldn't believe that I had waited soHaving seen almost every classic and influential crime drama of the past 30 years, I finally got around to seeing Heat. Having heard about how influential it has been in other movies and video games, I couldn't believe that I had waited so long to see this movie. Boy, was I disappointed. This movie is far from the masterpiece that I was led to believe. Other than a couple of great crime scenes (and a little bit of great action), I can't think of much that this film had that would make me want to see it again.

While I wouldn't characterize the acting as bad, I can't think of anyone in this movie who gave a performance that is among their better ones. Al Pacino is practically a caricature of himself the entire time. He overacts in every scene and he yells about half of his lines. Robert Deniro has the same scowl on his face and speaks in pretty much the same voice for the whole movie. Pacino and Deniro fans looking for some "tough guy" porn will find plenty of it here.

Ultimately, Heat is a movie that could have been made better by cutting about half the content. It is loaded with characters that are poorly developed, but are dramatically presented as if you are supposed to give a crap about any of them. One of them gets killed after about four minutes of screen time, and after that, we see his grieving wife. Rather than cry with her, I just kind of rolled my eyes. Another gang members death is presented with the drama akin to a squad mate getting killed in a war movie. I could have cared less. Val Kilmer's subplot centers around the tenuous relationship that he has with his wife. Al Pacino has a lousy third marriage and Robert Deniro somehow manages to have a romance side plot that is neither relevant nor believable.

There is even a suicide attempt scene that has nothing whatsoever to do with the story – a diversion that will have you scratching your head, wondering why so much celluloid was wasted on it. Without exception, every single scene with a female in it could have been left on the cutting room floor, and not one shred of value would have been lost. None of the characters are sympathetic or well developed enough for you to want to see their romances work or to be able to share their pain. It would have worked well maybe in a television series where you would have more time to develop the characters, but here, all of the side plot material is really boring.

One of the draws of this movie seems to be that it is a "realistic" and non ideal take on human behavior. Okay, I get that, but if you are going to go with the "realistic" approach, then don't ruin it with the occasional unbelievable scene or plot hole. The biggest offender is the famous bank robbery scene in the middle of the movie. It would have been spectacular in an action movie that didn't take itself seriously. But in Heat, I couldn't stop thinking about how absurd it was that a few guys with automatic weapons were able to cut through the entire LAPD like a hot knife through butter, escaping clean in the process. I still greatly enjoyed that scene, largely because it's just a great action scene that is well choreographed and shot. However, it's sort of out of place in this film.

I'll give Heat some credit for not being a by-the-numbers cops and robbers movie. Maybe it is this uniqueness and the time of its release that made it so popular. Upon reflection though, there have been many crime and caper movies over the past few decades that are more entertaining than this one. Scarface, Reservoir Dogs, The Usual Suspects, to name but a few. While I didn't hate this movie, I certainly don't think that it deserves a place in the Top 10 greatest crime dramas.… Expand

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HabibiehakimJul 4, 2023

What 10% didn't work from Heat from me is the relationship between Neil (De Niro) and Eady (Brenneman), they relationship was too random and it didn't work, some decisions in the movie that leave me quite unsatisfied, and Al Pacino randomWhat 10% didn't work from Heat from me is the relationship between Neil (De Niro) and Eady (Brenneman), they relationship was too random and it didn't work, some decisions in the movie that leave me quite unsatisfied, and Al Pacino random funny line that are so random but funny as hell at least, but the rest 90% of Heat works perfectly, it's an amazing action heist movie that fills with incredible performance not only from the iconic duo of Pacino and De Niro, but all the cast, it's a 2 hours and 50 minutes movie with a great engaging story that are also easy to follow and not complicated so that i personally did not bored for a second and really glued to the story, it's intense, it's really well made, it's frustrating in a good way, Heat is a really really good movie, i love it and i highly recommended for everybody especially heist movie fans, Heat is different than most of them, it's unique and some of the best that i've seen.… Expand

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AmateurfilmVWRAug 17, 2022

First time I'm watching this and im completely blown away. One of the best heist/action films I've ever seen, Michael Mann is a master of cinema and the Pacino/De Niro dynamic at its finest. Soundtrack and camera work is top-notch

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ZorglyFeb 8, 2011

Two of the most talented actors in the history of film in a head to head fight with each other. That's basically what your going to expect from "Heat". However underneath it is so much more, these are deep and intelligent characters whoTwo of the most talented actors in the history of film in a head to head fight with each other. That's basically what your going to expect from "Heat". However underneath it is so much more, these are deep and intelligent characters who struggle with society and it's definitions of morality. At the end you will care for both Pacino (The Cop) and DeNiro (The Robber) as they have a lot of smart things to teach us about human nature and people in general. This is all thanks to fantastic dialogue and acting. Absolutely worth seeing, one of my favourites from 1995… Expand

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moviematthewMar 6, 2015

Even though DeNiro, and Pacino share only half an hour together, "Heat" is still an electrifying movie. With Val Kilmer as DeNiro's second-in-command, Elliot Goldenthal composing the score, and director Michael Mann at the helm, "Heat"Even though DeNiro, and Pacino share only half an hour together, "Heat" is still an electrifying movie. With Val Kilmer as DeNiro's second-in-command, Elliot Goldenthal composing the score, and director Michael Mann at the helm, "Heat" becomes one of the best crime drama films of all time.… Expand

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WarWalkerDec 29, 2012

I can understand if this isn't your type of movie. But to give it a negative review, let alone a zero -- that just shows you have absolutely no clue about films or cinema. Yes, there are some "cliches", but what do you expect from aI can understand if this isn't your type of movie. But to give it a negative review, let alone a zero -- that just shows you have absolutely no clue about films or cinema. Yes, there are some "cliches", but what do you expect from a cop/robber film? They weren't trying to reinvent crime here, they were trying to show the lives of a highly proficient crime ring and an obsessed FBI agent, and the people in their circles that their actions affect. And the movie does an outstanding job of this. This is not a pure action film by any stretch, yet it has some excellent action scenes. If you're looking for fast-paced, high-action, over-utilized CGI, there are plenty of crappy films out there to satisfy you. This is more of a slowly unfolding drama with actual character development and meaningful underlying story-lines (an art lost in present-day action films). And the odd part is that it actually has you rooting for the "bad guys" by the end. In fact, just writing this review makes me want to go watch it again!… Expand

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grandpajoe6191Sep 29, 2011

"Heat" is a action movie you should watch. It has the quiet moments of Japanese movies and the blazing-gun moments of American movies. Michael Mann is a great director, but I think this is his best one yet.

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avatar16Jan 8, 2012

Al Pacino/Robert De Niro. Un face Ã face de lÃ©gende. VoilÃ ce qu'aurait pu Ãªtre Heat, un simple polar qui dÃ©cide de lancer un duel entre deux monstres du cinÃ©ma.Al Pacino/Robert De Niro. Un face Ã face de lÃ©gende. VoilÃ ce qu'aurait pu Ãªtre Heat, un simple polar qui dÃ©cide de lancer un duel entre deux monstres du cinÃ©ma. Mais c'Ã©tait sans compter le grand talent du rÃ©alisateur Michael Mann, qui nous livre un film imposant. Avec un casting en or (Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer, Tom Sizemore, Ashley Judd, Jon Voight...), une mise en scÃ¨ne en bÃ©ton, une bande son dantesque et surtout un scÃ©nario travaillÃ© Ã la perfection (rarement on s'Ã©tait autant intÃ©ressÃ© Ã la vie de chaque personnage de cette maniÃ¨re dans un tel film), Heat reste l'un des polars les plus grandioses qui puissent exister, et ce n'est pas sa durÃ©e (2h50) qui pourra rendre ce vÃ©ritable chef-d'oeuvre ennuyeux. Un vÃ©ritable coup de maÃ®tre!… Expand

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ourtimehascomeNov 13, 2017

Heat will be remembered in film history because of its amazing cast, well-executed action, and powerful story. What is truly spectacular is how it manages all of these aspects at once.

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nosecohnJan 1, 2012

If ever a movie was in need of some judicious editing to correct pacing and story issues, this is it. With riveting performances from an all-star cast and an interesting plot, it had the potential to be great entertainment on many levels. ButIf ever a movie was in need of some judicious editing to correct pacing and story issues, this is it. With riveting performances from an all-star cast and an interesting plot, it had the potential to be great entertainment on many levels. But post-production choices by director Mann turned this into an unwieldy two hour and forty minute beast.

Everything just goes on too long, underscored by a narcotic soundtrack that leaves the audience twitching in their seats instead of on the edge of their seats. The turning point scene where the two main characters first meet face-to-face should have been a cerebral break in the action and relationship drama, but instead comes after many minutes of plodding, unnecessary footage. The ending was also a huge letdown considering how much the proficiencies of both main characters had been built up over the course of the film.

Still, there are some great individual performances and scenes in this film, so I'm giving it a rating that makes it worth watching, though not a must see. 6/10.… Expand

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JaredC.Oct 7, 2007

A nice choice of actor's, too long of a plot, boring, dull, and cliched with many flaws. Salon.com says everything by saying 6 words, a three hour fullisade of cliches.

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JCA.Oct 7, 2007

Poorly handled, it takes a one hour brake, and then carries back onto excitement. Heat means nothing but the sweat of anxiously waiting for it to end.

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JoyceC.Oct 7, 2007

It starts off nice, but it never seems to end, I couldn't stand any longer after 1 hour and 40 minutes. It is pointless and tiresome.

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Compi24Jan 27, 2015

A ferocious Pacino and a surgically calculating De Niro face off in "Heat," Michael Mann's epic crime saga filled with a iconically invigorating set pieces, crackling chemistry, and a final act that will leave you agog.

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MeritCobaSep 11, 2016

This movie has more stars than you can shake a stick at, with Pacino and de Niro taking most of the screen cake. Michael Mann brings with him his own visual style: extended long shots, mostly at night often at desolate places that isolateThis movie has more stars than you can shake a stick at, with Pacino and de Niro taking most of the screen cake. Michael Mann brings with him his own visual style: extended long shots, mostly at night often at desolate places that isolate the characters. The movie starts with such a shot: the camera is set in between the elevated tracks of a metro railway and centered on a station silhouetted against the early dawn sky. The lights in the shot define what we see. A metro moves into view from the right and stops at the station. The next shot shows de Niro stepping out. We hear nothing but the music playing and the sounds of the metro and the city. An awesome shot.

The movie is carried by the acting and the visual style, but hampered by the weak and overburdened plot. No less than three relations are followed as side stories, which allows some roles for women, albeit in the overcrowded niche of troubled partnerships. Mann is not one for strong independent women or ones that stand by their men.. Despite all the women(or maybe because of this), this is a man's movie foremost. No pun intended.

The weakness of Heat is that Mann cannot quite make the plot stick. At the beginning, we start out with de Niro and his men robbing an armored money car with such gratuitous violence that it must have attracted crowds of onlookers as they are in the middle of LA, yet only one hobo was a witness to the events. This then is the reason that further on into the movie Pacino forestalls an arrest : they got nothing on them. Another event that is badly handled is when the gang is caught robbing a bank. Again overdone violence results(another Mann trademark) whereby the three crooks fight off a police force that out guns and out man's them. They not only manage to take out seven policemen but get away with the loss of one of them and one wounded. All thanks to their never ending supply of bullets.

Mann can not turn violence into something that does not hamper the plot. Shoot up half the town and nobody can point a finger. So, in the end, some ratting needs to be done, by a woman of course. But again: what evidence do they have that they did not have before? Nothing actually. So we just kill them all. With that the movie is actually about the morally bankrupt, perhaps another Mann trademark.

Women do get the short end of the stick. They are a source of trouble: if they aren't nagging they are cheating and if they aren't cheating they are selling out their partners. And if they do neither of those they are best at whoring, lying or cowering in fear. The message: women, you can't do without them, just don't expect much too of them. And maybe that is another trademark of Mann.

Short: it just takes too long and overreaches itself. Collateral is a lot better.… Expand

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python2000Jan 26, 2014

One of the most intelligent and exciting crime movies I have ever seen. Possibly even better than The Godfather, the movie franchise which bought Al Pacino and Robert De Niro together for the first time. One of the main differences this timeOne of the most intelligent and exciting crime movies I have ever seen. Possibly even better than The Godfather, the movie franchise which bought Al Pacino and Robert De Niro together for the first time. One of the main differences this time is that they are playing enemies, and they do it very well. I found the scene, just before the hugely famous bank robbery sequence, where Pacino and De Niro are explaining their intentions to each other over coffee to be ridiculously tense. So tense that I was almost feeling uncomfortable! Val Kilmer and Natalie Portman (in one of her earliest roles) are brilliant as part of the supporting cast too. It's a shame Michael Mann didn't direct anymore movies like this because Heat is to be blunt the only memorable work he has ever done. It definitely could be shorter but that doesn't mean it isn't exciting, personally I enjoyed the last hour the most due to the extremely tense coffee scene and of course the unforgettable gunfight in the street.… Expand

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heeldavidMay 5, 2014

This Michael Mann masterpiece is not just an "action movie" it's a movie full of great camera work and complex dialogue and with great lines from De Niro, Pacino and the well casted supporting roles, Heat is a movie that is not trapped inThis Michael Mann masterpiece is not just an "action movie" it's a movie full of great camera work and complex dialogue and with great lines from De Niro, Pacino and the well casted supporting roles, Heat is a movie that is not trapped in cliches and it's one of the great achievements in the action genre.… Expand

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IntroduceJun 15, 2014

The only thing "Heat" is good for
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on an outdoor bonfire.
That Director need's that extra N
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MarickDec 9, 2014

Heat is a 1995 American crime thriller film written, produced and directed by Michael Mann, and starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Val Kilmer. The film was released in the United States on December 15, 1995. De Niro plays Neil McCauley, aHeat is a 1995 American crime thriller film written, produced and directed by Michael Mann, and starring Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Val Kilmer. The film was released in the United States on December 15, 1995. De Niro plays Neil McCauley, a professional thief, while Pacino plays Lt. Vincent Hanna, a veteran L.A.P.D. robbery-homicide detective tracking down McCauley's crew. The central conflict is based on the experiences of former Chicago police officer Chuck Adamson and his pursuit in the 1960s of a criminal named McCauley, after whom De Niro's character is named… Expand

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DmorlesJul 14, 2017

Heat is the best Heist movie ever made - period. There are some Heist movies that have come close or made some inroads into the genre of Heist - ie The Town, The Bank Job, The Italian Job, THe Score, Oceans Trilogy, Triple 9, Inside Man,Heat is the best Heist movie ever made - period. There are some Heist movies that have come close or made some inroads into the genre of Heist - ie The Town, The Bank Job, The Italian Job, THe Score, Oceans Trilogy, Triple 9, Inside Man, Ronin Etc. There's just no movie that executes on all levels in the same fashion that Heat does. Pacing, cinematography, character development, acting, soundtrack, technical details of each Heist, technical details in gun battles - the strategies that both cops and thiefs use in this movie are deliberate meaningful and impactful. Mann nails it to a tee. I've watched this movie more than 100 times and it never gets old. True sign of a masterpiece. Nothing less than full marks for this film in my opinion. Those who are giving this movie a negative review must either not like Mann personally - or are have bloodlines back to ancient Philistia.… Expand

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RalfbergsFeb 2, 2018

Really great thriller, especially given that it was made in nineties. Two of the greatest actors in there also - Pacino and De Niro. Maybe the story is a bit plain, but the actors make it really great and interesting, plus there is alsoReally great thriller, especially given that it was made in nineties. Two of the greatest actors in there also - Pacino and De Niro. Maybe the story is a bit plain, but the actors make it really great and interesting, plus there is also action involved so it is really great.… Expand

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MetodistMar 12, 2020

Best criminal drama in my opinion, very good action scenes and charismatic main characters

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Steven1981Mar 23, 2020

Michael Mann brings us this amazing crime thriller starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Val Kilmer, Diane Venora, Ashley Judd, Tom Sizemore, Ted Levine, Jon Voight, Natalie Portman and Amy Brenneman... HEAT has a rather great story about aMichael Mann brings us this amazing crime thriller starring Robert De Niro, Al Pacino, Val Kilmer, Diane Venora, Ashley Judd, Tom Sizemore, Ted Levine, Jon Voight, Natalie Portman and Amy Brenneman... HEAT has a rather great story about a cops obsession with catching a criminal named Neil McCauley and this maybe not the exact story but it pretty much sums it up. Vincent Hannah (Al Pacino) and his platoon of cop buddies are on the lookout to catch Neil McCauley (Robert De Niro) in the act and wait for the right time to pounce on Neil McCauley (De Niro) and his criminal gang or crew who take scores and basically break the law.. The other criminals working with Neil McCauley are Chris (Val Kilmer), Michael(Tom Sizemore) and Trejo played by Danny Trejo... Jon Voight is a villain also as he gets involved with De Niro if only by discussion.. So Robert De Niro and his crew do armed robberies and take scores and Vincent Hannah who's played by Al Pacino and who's an LAPD cop tends to stop him and his crew. Neil McCauley (De Niro) is still trying to track down someone who did a job for him but escaped De Niro and his criminal gang one mysterious night and hasn't been seen since and has kept a low profile. The escaped man in question is Waingro played by Kevin Gage but after one of the gang is close to death and criminal mastermind Neil McCauley (De Niro) finds him and hears Waingro is involved and some dude named Van Zant then De Niro tacks Waingro down and unloads a couple of bullets in him. When he leaves the building it's swarmed with innocents pouring out of the building and LAPD Lt. Vincent Hannah (Pacino) waiting for him so then belongs a footchase and bullets going off... The rest is a surprise and you probably know the ending. HEAT is full of violence and great acting and bad language and helicopter scenes in the night sky beautifully made and directed.… Expand

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MrPajamasJul 10, 2023

In a word, impeccable action scenes. Every time the action came, I devoured it, although it came very few times, but when it did, it was worth it. That's what I liked most about this movie. Without the action here and there, I got a littleIn a word, impeccable action scenes. Every time the action came, I devoured it, although it came very few times, but when it did, it was worth it. That's what I liked most about this movie. Without the action here and there, I got a little bored by the end. It's a long movie and I didn't like it enough to keep my attention. So the biggest minus for me was the length. More specifically as I mentioned towards the end. Otherwise a blast and for me some of the best heist scenes I've seen, even if there were only a few. Great film and for fans of crime with occasional action I can recommend it.… Expand

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SuperbaDMIkeJun 15, 2022

this movies title is what the movie is. Heat. It also has a realistic shooting and De Niro and Pacino are good in this Michael Mann movie

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AndrewOOct 26, 2006

Outstanding! One of the top fiction films I have seen; thus the 10. Well developed characters with faults to care for, wide open explosive action scenes across downtown Los Angeles, believable storytelling, and unbelievable casting! MetaCritic

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JLiddyJun 8, 2006

Best action flick period. It has everything, a brilliant cast. A great underrated sleeper.

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JoshuaH.Mar 4, 2007

One of the best action movies i have ever seen. The bank robbery gunfight is absolutely incredible.

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RobertH.Jun 10, 2007

Heat is one of the best crime films of all time.

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NDL.Jan 8, 2008

Excellent film. Absolutely one of my faves. Great plot, fantastic performances from all the cast. Turn up the 5.1 surround for the bank robbery and you are in for a treat.

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HenryW.Aug 7, 2006

If you'd asked me 11 years ago when I first saw it I would have given it a 2. Now it stands out as one of the best films of the 90s, and the film that utterly epitomises the decade. It's a meditative study of utterly fragile If you'd asked me 11 years ago when I first saw it I would have given it a 2. Now it stands out as one of the best films of the 90s, and the film that utterly epitomises the decade. It's a meditative study of utterly fragile post-feminist men poised on the brink of all-conquering suicidal existentialism and only able to express themselves through massive acts of violence. And that's not something you get in any other Hollywood blockbusters I can think of.… Expand

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LevS.Jul 17, 2008

For those who gave this movie a zero, watch it again. Every time I watch it I discover something new. It is rich with details that are lost on the first viewing. Watch it again and again and you will get a sense of the characters' lives For those who gave this movie a zero, watch it again. Every time I watch it I discover something new. It is rich with details that are lost on the first viewing. Watch it again and again and you will get a sense of the characters' lives outside the film and of the world in which they live. It is remarkable how Mann can craft a sincere backstory for a character with just a couple of shots. And you can't go past Pacino's performance. This is where he hit his peak.… Expand

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PatC.Nov 14, 2005

Michael Mann once again provides us a film plush with visual texture, unexpected music and human interaction. He restates his usual provocative themes, which always proceed towards the inevitable death to the dysfunctional. There is no good Michael Mann once again provides us a film plush with visual texture, unexpected music and human interaction. He restates his usual provocative themes, which always proceed towards the inevitable death to the dysfunctional. There is no good and evil, only the necessary in a world of characters powerless to assert their underlying moral imperatives.… Expand

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C.J.Aug 23, 2006

This film to me is a masterpiece a georgeously filmeed crime epic with two amazing perfomances from 2 legends. A film that has amazing action sequences but has heart and focuses on the characters not just fireworks which is something that This film to me is a masterpiece a georgeously filmeed crime epic with two amazing perfomances from 2 legends. A film that has amazing action sequences but has heart and focuses on the characters not just fireworks which is something that some filmmakers need to learn. A classic and my favorite film.… Expand

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JakeMay 11, 2008

A very, very good action movie. The gunfights are the best I've ever seen. The two best actors of their generation De Niro and Pacino really show their impressive abilities in this film.

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ShaneBJun 17, 2009

Films like Heat are the reason I love films. This is just a fantastic film, a non-stop trill ride that never stops the action to tell the story. The film has an intense and engaging plot. Criminal Neil McCauley(played by Robert De Niro) Films like Heat are the reason I love films. This is just a fantastic film, a non-stop trill ride that never stops the action to tell the story. The film has an intense and engaging plot. Criminal Neil McCauley(played by Robert De Niro) leads a team of robbers on a armored car heist to rob 1.6 million dollars in bearer bonds. All goes well until one of the robbers, Waingro, murders a guard, which forces the criminals to muder the rest of the guards. This enrages McCauley, who tries to have Waingro murdered later outside of a diner, but Waingro manages to escape. Meanwhile, hot on their trail is Lieutenant Vincent Hanna(played by Al Pacino), an LAPD homicide detective who has been on McCauleys trail for quite some time. This leads to a thrilling cat-and-mouse game between McCauley and Hanna. This film is very well acted by Al Pacino, Robert De Niro and Val Kimer and the cinematography is absolutle top notch. Heat is a brilliantly made film and a top contender for one one of the best films of the 90's.… Expand

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ClemenzaF.Dec 23, 2006

The movie is just excellent. From the cast, scenery, dialogues and especially the shootout, I have never felt sick of the movie. When I was in high school I used to put the bank robbery scene on soon as I'd get home and even today, The movie is just excellent. From the cast, scenery, dialogues and especially the shootout, I have never felt sick of the movie. When I was in high school I used to put the bank robbery scene on soon as I'd get home and even today, years later, I still enjoy wathcing it. Of course the De Niro - Pacino pair was just awsome. Thanks Mann for bringing them together and I hope something like it will come up again.… Expand

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tonyGreenDec 29, 2019

Although it has a long runtime, there is real character development that needs the space. Patience is deserved with a satisfying payoff. I can't remember the last time I watched a film where the death and violence felt so real.