Heat is one of my fav films.
I understand what you mean about it though as i did'nt like it at first but it's one of thoese films you need to watch a few times to total apreciate. the Di Niro and Pacino scene is one of the best ever moments in film for me.
Watch it again mate with no distractions and i bet you like it because a great film, or song get better the more you watch them.
Very true!