Raising the Heights
1998, English. Directed by Max Gottlieb.
When a perfect storm breeds violence in the Brooklyn neighborhood of Crown Heights, a black teenager and a Jewish reporter face pivotal choices that could alter the course of their lives.
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Raising the Heights is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Details
- Released
- 28 October 1998
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Max Gottlieb
- Budget
- $3K
- Box office
- $3K
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Raising the Heights: quick answers
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How long is Raising the Heights?
Raising the Heights runs 88 minutes (1h 28m).
Does Raising the Heights have a post-credits scene?
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Raising the Heights parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Raising the Heights is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Raising the Heights on?
Raising the Heights is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Raising the Heights?
If you liked Raising the Heights, try Above the Rim, El Chicano, Hands of Stone.
Who directed Raising the Heights?
Raising the Heights (1998) was directed by Max Gottlieb and stars Gilbert Glenn Brown, Darneice Foster, Elizabeth June.