King Of Thieves
King Of Thieves

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King Of Thieves

2022
Movie
107 min

King of thieves is an epic tale of Agesinkole, an all-powerful Bandit and his reign of terror in the prosperous Kingdom of Ajeromi. Concerned by his pillaging, the kingdom moves to destroy him, through the hunters, witches and priests, thus beginning this adventurous saga of revenge, bravery and glory.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes63%
Metacritic56/100
Google Users70%
Director: Tomer MegiddoGenres: Crime, Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A group of elderly residents in a London retirement home decides to pull off a daring jewelry heist. Led by the charismatic "Basher" (Michael Caine), they use their collective skills and cunning to outsmart the police and steal millions worth of jewels. However, their age and past mistakes begin to catch up with them as the operation becomes more dangerous than anticipated.

Critical Reception

King of Thieves received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. Many praised the unique premise and the performances of the veteran cast, particularly Michael Caine. However, some critics found the plot to be somewhat predictable and the execution lacking in tension. Audiences generally enjoyed the film for its entertainment value and heartwarming elements.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charmingly eccentric premise and the veteran cast's performances.

  • Acknowledged for its moments of warmth and humor despite a somewhat predictable plot.

  • Noted for its unique take on the heist genre, centering on elderly protagonists.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's novel concept and the charismatic performances from its seasoned actors. Many found it an entertaining and feel-good movie, though some wished for a more surprising narrative.

Fun Fact

The film is based on the true story of the Hatton Garden safe deposit burglary in 2015, one of the largest in British history.

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