The film adaptation of the award-winning musical “In The Heights” is coming to HBO GO this September!
Set in the New York neighborhood of Washington Heights, the movie revolves around a tight-knit community defined by different dreams. It mainly follows Usnavi, a shop owner who dreams of a better life back in the Dominican Republic.
Similar to the musical, the much-talked about film adaptation of “In The Heights,” which premiered in June, is filled with vibrant songs and dances that offer a glimpse into the distinct Latin cultures that merge and represent the Washington Heights community.
Based on lyrics and music by Lin-Manuel Miranda and book by Quiara Alegría Hudes, “In The Heights” first opened in the Richard Rodgers Theatre on Broadway in March 2008. It received up to 13 Tony nominations and won four Tony awards in the Best Musical, Original Score, Choreography and Orchestrations category. It also won a Grammy for Best Musical Show Album and the Pulitzer Prize committee named the show a finalist for its accolade for drama.
From Hudes’ screenplay and Miranda’s music as well, the film adaptation was directed by Jon M. Chu. It features Anthony Ramos, Melissa Barrera, Leslie Grace and many other stars.
“In The Heights” will premiere on HBO GO this September 16. — Kaela Malig/LA, GMA News
In The Heights film adaptation heads to HBO GO this September
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