Salvatore "Sal" Fragione is the Italian owner of a pizzeria in Brooklyn. A neighborhood local, Buggin' Out, becomes upset when he sees that the pizzeria's Wall of Fame exhibits only Italian actors. Buggin' Out believes a pizzeria in a black neighborhood should showcase black actors, but Sal disagrees. The wall becomes a symbol of racism and hate to Buggin' Out and to other people in the neighborhood, and tensions rise.
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- SamNovember 19, 2025this movie does a really good job of making you feel how hot it was outside
- Eric BakkeMarch 18, 2025A sociological phenomenon. The question of whether Mookie did the right thing sparks intense discussion, making this a powerful, thought-provoking film that remains relevant today.
- Rowan KrzysiakJanuary 19, 2025An incredible insight into the melting pot of a multi-cultural block in Brooklyn, New York. It's hot, energetic and full of pent up insights that simmer and explode. It's a must watch and very, very good.
Do the Right Thing Trivia
Do the Right Thing was released on June 14, 1989.
Do the Right Thing was directed by Spike Lee.
Do the Right Thing has a runtime of 2 hr.
Do the Right Thing was produced by Spike Lee.
The key characters in Do the Right Thing are Sal (Danny Aiello), Da Mayor (Ossie Davis), Mother Sister (Ruby Dee).
Do the Right Thing is rated R.
Do the Right Thing is a Drama, Comedy film.
Do the Right Thing has an audience rating of 8.9 out of 10.