Episode
The serious side of In the Heights
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- Hip Hop Movie Club
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- Jul 29, 2026
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- 375
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Summary
In the Heights isn't just a fun musical — it's about DACA, racism, and rent. We talk about the serious side of this Lin-Manuel Miranda film, which gives weight underneath the light and bright production. Topics discussed: 🎓 The pressures of a first-gen college kid 👵🏽 The simple wisdom of an abuela ⬅️ This ain't West Side Story Also check out: Listen to our full original 2024 episode on In the Heights! Credits Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. And remember: Don't hate...radiate! Check us out: Live event schedule and more at our Linktree . Hip Hop Movie Club on: TikTok Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky Substack (newsletter) Website