Thieves and Robbers
Thieves and Robbers

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Thieves and Robbers

1983
Movie
101 min
Italian

A Lothario, in trouble for fooling around with a Senator's wife, becomes an unwitting witness to a mob murder. Police Lieutenant Parker tries to solve the case in enough time to take his long-suffering family on vacation.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Jean-Claude BrialyGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

Two aging thieves, tired of their criminal lifestyle, decide to pull off one last big heist. They plan to rob a casino during its busiest night, hoping for a quick and easy score. However, their meticulously crafted plan is thrown into chaos by unexpected complications, including a naive young accomplice and a determined police inspector.

Critical Reception

Thieves and Robbers was met with mixed to positive reviews, with critics often praising its lighthearted approach to the crime genre and the chemistry between its lead actors. Some found the plot predictable, but generally, it was seen as an entertaining and well-paced comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its charming lead performances and comedic timing.

  • Noted for its entertaining take on a familiar heist plot.

  • Some critics found the narrative a bit formulaic.

Google audience: Audience reception data for this film is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Paris, adding an authentic backdrop to the thieves' exploits.

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