Crazy Stupid Thief
Crazy Stupid Thief

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Crazy Stupid Thief

2012
Movie
96 min
Mandarin

The small fry in Hong Kong Yue Ye owed loan sharks 500.000 hide in the home; of the Mainland's Andy Andy to two gangsters like to watch movies all day looking forward to go to Hong Kong to see the big star, into the underworld. In order to get the money, the music God has two people to steal a Planned Group chairman Wang Shixiong. Unexpectedly suffered a burglary to take to the "Southeast Asia's first killer" Charles, Charles employed murder, gambling debts and hired to kill HIM A Few dial troops. Wang Shixiong the daughter of Wang Shi Should kidnapping someone else to the music God rescued, but her loss of memory, low IQ. The feelings of innocence and dependent girl, Wang Shi Yi Yue Ye Extortion delay in action. Thought Either Their money in the music god, but Also to protect the way of Wang Yi Shi, and his murderers behind the fields to find Their killer Charles Came to the door

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IMDb5.4/10
Google Users40%
Director: Tim McCanliesGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young man struggling to make ends meet discovers a lucrative, albeit illegal, opportunity when he stumbles upon a way to steal and resell luxury vehicles. As his risky venture escalates, he finds himself entangled with dangerous individuals and a complicated romantic relationship, forcing him to confront the consequences of his actions. The film explores themes of ambition, morality, and the desperation that can drive individuals to extreme measures.

Critical Reception

Crazy Stupid Thief received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. While some appreciated the attempt at a crime-drama with comedic elements, the execution often fell short, leading to a general consensus that the film lacked originality and depth.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often predictable plot progression.

  • Underdeveloped characters lacking depth.

  • Attempts at humor and drama are inconsistent.

Google audience: Audience reviews suggest a general disappointment with the film's narrative and character development, with many finding it to be an uninspired entry in the crime-comedy genre.

Fun Fact

The film was initially titled 'Bait Shop' before being changed to 'Crazy Stupid Thief' for its release.

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