The Long Hot Summer

I really enjoyed the movie. I had only seen small parts of the original movie which I did not like. This remake was much better. The emotional performance that Don Johnson gave was outstanding! I feel that all the cast members fit their parts except Judith Ivey. I'm not sure who could have done it better, but she just did not seem to fit. Cybil Shepeard and Don Johnson stole the show with their performances. I can not imagine anyone else playing those parts. This movie has something for everyone; romance, mystery, murder, comedy, and excitement. The love scene with Don and Judith is one of the best love scenes I've ever seen where no one has to say a word to get their point across. This movie is one of my favorites!!!

I had always claimed, that Don Johnson was not for me. He was not even a good actor. So I was persuaded to watch this film, and I was so facinated. I could not get it out of my head after I saw it. It was brilliant, and Don Johnson played really well. The story was also good. I even wrote to our local TV station, to get them to show it again, but in vain. Please let it come out on DVD so I can buy it.

I enjoyed this version as much as the 1958 version. I wish they would release the 1985 version on DVD. I though Don Johnson did a great job and I have always enjoyed Jason Robards acting. The realism of the film reminds me of the southern USA I grew up in. I remember the fears of farmers as related to barn burners and names associated with them. The director and cast did a wonderful job in my opinion with this version bringing out southern life as it really exists and family feuds. I could feel the hot, humid summer nights and almost smell the swamps and wetlands with their unique scent. Cybil Sheppard did a very nice job portraying a young southern woman questioning her marriage then realizing what she could lose.

I Like this version much more that movie 1958. All characters In this version (1985) are more realistic and less pompous. More humans. Example I really didnt like interpretation of Jody and Eula in 1958 -stupid and empty. In this version they are so perfect with their imperfection, complexity and deepness in characters. Love story between Ben and Noel is so down to ground, so believable. Both of strong willed people with different qualities and different flaws but matching perfectly. Like jigsaw. When I first time watched It came to me that Noel should be highly attractive but watching again, I saw director's vision with their story. Don and Judith did great job. Judith was perfect for this role. Love scene is amazing. One of kind. Chemistry is beautiful. Interpretation of Will Varner was outstanding and refreshing . Mr Orson Wells in 1958 was just plain copy of Big Daddy. LOVE this TV show. Crew was perfect.

Note: Do not watch short version bc story doesn't have any sense without that crucial hour. Find full version of 3 hrs and 10 minutes. Example on Dailymotion.

First its a very sexy & charming remake of The Long Hot Summer'85. I was pleasant surprised! The movie is a typical Long Hot Summer'80 remake. Don Johnson and Jason Robards luckily carry the whole movie as thé main characters. Playing each other. DJ has a way with consuming & working the camera like Paul N. using every aspect... Its wonderful to see him strong, slick, humorous and vulnerable at the same time. ;-) Only the story could have more depth and maybe a bit longer. So they could have worked out the caracters more. OH well (even) for (not) DJ fans i garantee ITS A SIGHT FOR YOUR EYES!

Perfect for a Long Hot Summer evening girls. As for the guys...don't get too serious about The Long Hot Summer. Its an enjoyable piece, you should watch with your girl...