Race and Class Conflict in Spike Lee’s ‘Do the Right Thing’
Words: 746 Pages: 2 4748Introduction "Do the Right Thing," a groundbreaking comedy-drama film released in 1989, is a cinematic masterpiece that delves into the intricate themes of poverty, race, and police brutality within a marginalized neighborhood in New York City. Written, produced, and directed by the visionary Spike Lee, who also stars as the protagonist Mookie, the film showcases a tapestry of characters embroiled in the socio-economic and racial tensions of the time. The film's narrative unfolds over the course of a single, sweltering […]