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The Long Hot Summer

Ended PG 200 min 7/10 Votes: 981

When drifter Ben Quick arrives in a small Mississippi town, Will Varner, a family patriarch, sees Ben as a better choice to inherit the family business than his only son, Jody. Will therefore tries to push Ben and his daughter Clara into marriage. Clara is initially reluctant to court Ben, and Jody senses that Ben threatens his position.

Type:

Movie

Genre:

Drama, Romance

Release:

1985-10-06

Year:

2024

Language:

English

Companies:

Leonard Hill Films

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Gone with the Wind - Both films explore themes of love and social issues set in the southern United States.
To Kill a Mockingbird - Both center around moral dilemmas in the Deep South during troubled historical times.
The Help - Focuses on race relations and societal struggles in the Southern United States.
Django Unchained - Features themes of slavery, revenge, and southern culture.
12 Years a Slave - Explores slavery's brutal realities in a historical Southern context.
The Thing with Two Heads - A mix of horror and social commentary with a Southern backdrop.
Mississippi Burning - True crime drama dealing with civil rights issues in the South.
Southern Comfort - A tense thriller set in the Southern wilderness, showcasing human conflict.
The Last House on the Left - Both convey horror themes with underlying social critiques.
A Streetcar Named Desire - Explores complex relationships and social issues in New Orleans.
Deliverance - Adventurous journey in the South, exploring human instincts and societal issues.
Green Book - Highlights race relations and the social climate of the South.
The Long Hot Summer - Focuses on Southern family dynamics and complex relationships.
The Killing of a Sacred Deer - Involves moral choices and psychological tension reminiscent of cabin horror.
What Ever Happened to Baby Jane? - Features intense character dynamics similar to those in The Cabin in the Cotton.
The Sweet Hereafter - Explores tragedy and community impact, with a heavy emotional tone.
The Devil's Rejects - Dark themes and social commentary tied to Southern settings.
Wild at Heart - A mix of love and horror set against a Southern backdrop.
Fried Green Tomatoes - Addresses women's relationships and societal issues in the South.
The Other Side of the Wind - Mixes drama and critique of society, reminiscent of cabin-based narratives.
The Night of the Hunter - Explores themes of morality and innocence in a Southern Gothic style.
Pet Sematary - Horror themes and Southern accents present similar psychological tensions.
Boys Don't Cry - Features deep social issues, particularly regarding identity and society.
The Family Stone - Combines family dynamics and complex relationships in a holiday setting.
Ruby in Paradise - A character's personal journey set against a Southern backdrop exploring identity.
American History X - Explores themes of racism and redemption similar to Southern dramas.
No Country for Old Men - Explores morality and the human condition within a Southern landscape.
The Waterboy - Light-hearted Southern culture and family themes with comedic elements.
Easy Rider - Explores freedom and societal critiques through a road trip in the South.
The Inheritance - A suspenseful psychological thriller set in a Southern estate.
Southern Belles - Focuses on Southern women's lives and their struggles.
Southern Comforts - Explores personal relationships against a Southern backdrop.
Boys on the Side - Character-driven story with deep emotional and social themes.
The Portrait of a Lady - Interpersonal dynamics and a Southern backdrop with historical context.
A Time to Kill - Explores race and justice in a Southern courtroom setting.
The Descent - A horror film involving isolation and tense interpersonal relations in a confined space.
Scarecrow - Focuses on the bond between two drifters and their struggles within society.
The Fugitive - Features themes of injustice and pursuit, intertwined with moral dilemmas.
Texas Chainsaw Massacre - A horror classic exploring dark themes set in rural Texas.
O Brother, Where Art Thou? - A comedic journey through the South with social undertones.
The Ballad of Buster Scruggs - Anthology style depicting various morality tales set in the South.
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Written on the Wind - Both explore themes of love, jealousy, and betrayal in a dramatic setting.
The Sweet Smell of Success - Features similar themes of ambition, manipulation, and moral ambiguity.
Giant - Depicts the complex relationships and power struggles in the American West.
All That Heaven Allows - Explores societal norms and emotional conflict in a melodramatic manner.
The Fountainhead - Both feature strong central characters grappling with societal expectations.
The Bad and the Beautiful - Focuses on the dark side of ambition and personal relationships in Hollywood.
Days of Wine and Roses - Explores themes of addiction and the impact on personal relationships.
Sweet Bird of Youth - Features a sense of lost dreams and youthful aspirations in a melancholic setting.
East of Eden - Both involve family dynamics, conflict, and personal ambition.
Portrait of Jason - Features deep character studies and personal struggles, akin to The Tarnished Angels.
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Summer and Smoke - Focuses on unfulfilled desires and emotional intensity among its characters.
Night of the Hunter - Combines dark themes with character-driven narratives.
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Joel - Both involve deep character exploration and emotional themes.
The Postman Always Rings Twice - Themes of passion and deceit are prevalent in both.
Rhapsody in August - Explores themes of loss and familial bonds with an artistic touch.
A Place in the Sun - Examines love, desire, and moral dilemmas in rich characters.
The Three Faces of Eve - Focuses on psychological themes and personal conflicts.
Mildred Pierce - Centers around a strong female character facing emotional and social challenges.
Of Mice and Men - Explores dreams and friendship against a backdrop of hardship.
The Virgin Spring - Considers dark themes of vengeance and morality within relationships.
The Apartment - Combines comedic elements with serious themes of love and sacrifice.
The Last Picture Show - Explores themes of nostalgia and personal turmoil in a small town.
A Streetcar Named Desire - Intense emotional conflicts and character-driven narrative.
Horizon - Explores personal journeys and emotional struggles closely.
The Graduate - Centers on personal identity crises and the impact of relationships.
The Scarlet Letter - Examines societal judgment and personal struggles in historical context.
Wild River - Explores generational conflict and deep personal relationships.
The Searchers - Themes of longing and conflict, wrapped in character depth.
To Kill a Mockingbird - Addresses moral complexities and deeply personal narratives.
Seven Days in May - Themes of betrayal and political intensity, mirroring personal conflicts.
Splendor in the Grass - Explores young love and societal pressures in a poetic manner.
Raging Bull - Character-driven narrative focusing on struggles and personal demons.
The Godfather - Intense character dynamics and themes of power and family.
Chinatown - Explores moral ambiguity and intricate relationships.
Taxi Driver - Intense character study with themes of isolation and desperation.
The Graduate - Focuses on personal and existential crises in a coming-of-age story.
Blue Velvet - Examines the complexity of human relationships with a dark lens.
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The Notebook - Both explore themes of love and choice in the South.
Sweet Home Alabama - Both films depict a woman's journey back to her Southern roots.
Steel Magnolias - Explores Southern friendships and personal struggles among women.
Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil - Focused on Southern culture and intrigue.
The Help - Features Southern life and the dynamics between races.
Southern Comfort - Explores the complexities of Southern culture.
Gone with the Wind - A classic tale set in the South with themes of love and loss.
A Streetcar Named Desire - Dramatic portrayal of life in the South.
Fried Green Tomatoes - Focuses on Southern women and their relationships.
The Long Hot Summer - Set in the South and deals with family and romance.
The Last Song - A coming-of-age story set against a Southern backdrop.
Dukes of Hazzard - Light-hearted Southern themes and humor.
To Kill a Mockingbird - Explores moral issues in the South through a historical lens.
Designing Women - A TV series with strong female characters set in the South.
True Blood - A supernatural drama set in the South with complex character dynamics.
In the Heat of the Night - Deals with race relations and tensions in a Southern town.
The Secret Life of the American Teenager - Coming-of-age drama themes that resonate with similar audiences.
Friday Night Lights - Focuses on community and personal challenges in a Southern town.
The Guardian - Features strong themes of redemption and moral challenges.
Nashville - Explores the complexities of relationships and ambitions in a Southern city.
Big Fish - Weaves magical realism with Southern storytelling.
My Name Is Earl - A comedic take on life's challenges in the Southern U.S.
The Blind Side - Focuses on compassion and family dynamics in a Southern setting.
The Good Ole Boys - A light-hearted take on Southern life and camaraderie.
The Walking Dead - Explores survival and human relationships in a post-apocalyptic Southern landscape.
The Dukes of Hazzard: The Beginning - A prequel that embodies the Southern spirit and humor.
Elizabethtown - A journey of self-discovery in a Southern town.
The Big Easy - Murder mystery entwined with Southern culture.
The Last House on the Left - Explores darker themes and moral dilemmas in the South.
Hart of Dixie - A charming series about life in a small Southern town.
The Color Purple - Focuses on resilience and community in the Southern context.
Trauma - A drama set against the backdrop of Southern life.
American Honey - A road trip through America that touches on Southern culture.
Wildflower - A coming-of-age film set in a Southern setting.
The Sweet Hereafter - Explores tragedy and its effects on a community.
The Secret Life of Bees - Focuses on female relationships and Southern heritage.
Southern Fried Futures - Explores modern Southern life and challenges.
More than a Game - Focuses on sports and community in a Southern context.
Gone with the Wind: The Sequel - Continues themes of love and moral questions in the South.
One Tree Hill - Explores friendships and romance among young adults in a Southern town.
Last Man Standing - A humorous take on family life, set in a Southern town.
Bear Out - A unique story set in the Southern wilds focusing on survival.
O Brother, Where Art Thou? - A comedic look at life in the South with rich storytelling.
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The Long Hot Summer - Both feature complex relationships in a small town setting.
Hud - Explores themes of family and disillusionment in rural America.
The Last Picture Show - Captures the lives of small-town residents with a strong narrative and character development.
East of Eden - Focuses on complex family dynamics and personal struggles.
The Graduate - Explores themes of searching for identity and relationships in a post-war setting.
A Streetcar Named Desire - Features intense character interactions and emotional turmoil.
Giant - Explores themes of wealth, class differences, and personal conflict.
The Bad and the Beautiful - Focuses on the darker sides of ambition and relationships in the film industry.
Wild River - Features a poignant story of love and social change in a small community.
Rebel Without a Cause - Centers on youth rebellion and the struggle for acceptance.
Splendor in the Grass - Examines the complexities of young love and societal expectations.
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A Place in the Sun - Delves into themes of ambition, love, and moral dilemmas.
The Splendor of the Autumn - Focuses on intense personal relationships and emotional struggles.
From Here to Eternity - Tackles love, betrayal, and the human condition in a wartime setting.
The Misfits - Features strong character-driven narratives and emotional depth.
In the Heat of the Night - Explores race relations and personal integrity in a small town.
Little Fauss and Big Halsy - Centers on complicated friendships and personal aspirations.
Badlands - Explores themes of youth rebellion and moral ambiguity.
American Graffiti - Encapsulates small-town life and the transition from youth to adulthood.
The Notebook - A romantic drama with life-long relationships and emotional impact.
Brokeback Mountain - Focused on love and longing amidst societal challenges.
The Bridge on the River Kwai - Explores themes of honor and conflict in a human drama.
Tender Mercies - Explores redemption and personal relationships in a rural setting.
The Graduate - Probes into themes of disillusionment and personal identity.
Paris, Texas - Follows themes of isolation and introspection in relationships.
The Way We Were - Explores a complicated romance against the backdrop of changing society.
Scent of a Woman - Focuses on deep personal relationships and character transformations.
Ordinary People - Examines family dynamics and emotional struggles.
Mystic River - Delves into personal trauma and the effects of the past on present relationships.
Terms of Endearment - Focuses on relationships, personal growth, and emotional depth.
Five Easy Pieces - Explores themes of identity and discontent in life circumstances.
The Pursuit of Happyness - Focuses on personal struggle and the pursuit of dreams.
The Deer Hunter - Explores friendship and trauma against a backdrop of conflict.
Good Will Hunting - Focuses on personal growth and complex relationships.
Magnolia - Interweaves multiple stories of personal struggles and relationships.
The Fault in Our Stars - Explores love and life experiences under challenging circumstances.