City Heat

Name: City Heat
Director: Richard Benjamin
Genre: Action, Crime, Comedy
Released: 1984-01-01
Duration: 97 min
Rating: 5.5
Cast: Clint Eastwood, Burt Reynolds, Jane Alexander, Madeline Kahn, Rip Torn

1984Dir. Richard Benjamin1h 37m

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Runtime1h 37m

Released1984

Budget$25M

Box office$38.3M

DirectorRichard Benjamin

About This Movie

City Heat presents a unique blend of action and comedy, wrapped in a crime narrative that's as much about rivalry as it is about resolution. Set against the backdrop of 1933 Kansas City, the film captures a vibrant atmosphere with its vintage setting and period details. Eastwood's performance as Lieutenant Speer is steady and stoic, a contrast to Reynolds' more flamboyant portrayal of Mike Murphy, a private eye with a checkered past. Their on-screen chemistry crackles with tension, portraying a friendship that’s soured into rivalry. The pacing varies, with some slower moments allowing for character development. Notably, the practical effects and stylized shootouts add a layer of authenticity, making it a distinct entry in the buddy cop genre.

Features a mix of action and comedy that sets it apart.Period details add authenticity to the film's atmosphere.Eastwood and Reynolds have great on-screen tension.