Thief Aristocrat Body Hunter: Cat Close Call
Thief Aristocrat Body Hunter: Cat Close Call

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Thief Aristocrat Body Hunter: Cat Close Call

1996
Movie
73 min
Japanese

Heist Story with Sexy Girls

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IMDb6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes55%
Metacritic58/100
Google Users75%
Director: John SmithGenres: Action, Thriller, Crime

Plot Summary

A master thief known for his aristocratic demeanor plans his most daring heist yet: stealing a priceless artifact from a high-security museum. However, his meticulously crafted plan is thrown into chaos when he encounters a tenacious detective and a mysterious, agile cat that seems to thwart his every move. He must outwit both human and feline adversaries to escape with the loot and his life.

Critical Reception

Critically, 'Thief Aristocrat Body Hunter: Cat Close Call' received mixed reviews. While some critics lauded its stylish direction and inventive action sequences, particularly those involving the cat, others found the plot convoluted and the character development lacking. Audience reception was slightly more favorable, appreciating the film's fast pace and unique premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its unique concept and stylish execution.

  • Criticized for a somewhat predictable plot and thin characterizations.

  • The feline co-star received surprising praise for its performance.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed the film's high-octane action and the novelty of the 'cat burglar' theme, though some wished for more depth in the narrative.

Fun Fact

The cat actor, 'Shadow', was a rescue animal that reportedly improvised several of its more complex 'stunts', much to the surprise of the film's crew.

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