JOURNAL ARTICLE

With 'Highest 2 Lowest,' Spike Lee Gives Us Another Great New York Movie.

  • Published In: Time.com, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: ZACHAREK, STEPHANIE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on Spike Lee's film *Highest 2 Lowest*, a reimagining of Akira Kurosawa's 1963 movie *High and Low*. The film stars Denzel Washington as David King, a music mogul facing an ethical dilemma when his best friend's son is kidnapped instead of his own. Set in New York City, the movie explores themes of moral responsibility and human nature, with a screenplay adapted from a novel by Evan Hunter. The production features notable performances, a dynamic score by Howard Drossin, and visually striking sequences, reflecting Lee's blend of traditional storytelling and innovative filmmaking.

Additional Information

  • Source:Time.com. 2025/05, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Film
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2476-2679
  • Accession Number:185287259
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