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When architect Stephen Booker loses his partnership, he finds jobs hard to come by, and with money in short supply, he unwittingly becomes involved in a daring scheme to rob one of London's biggest bank vaults.
An ambitious but ruthless entrepreneur, Dillam, aims to use his technological genius to steal from his own company. He devises a plan to exploit a security loophole, intending to make off with millions. However, his scheme attracts the attention of a cunning detective and a suspicious associate, both of whom begin to close in on his activities.
Loophole (1981) received a mixed to positive reception from critics upon its release. While some praised its suspenseful plot and the performances of its lead actors, others found the narrative somewhat predictable or convoluted. Audiences generally appreciated the thriller elements and the cat-and-mouse dynamic at its core.
Praised for its suspenseful premise and tense atmosphere.
Albert Finney's performance was often highlighted as a strong point.
Some critics found the plot slightly convoluted or derivative of other thrillers.
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The film was based on the novel 'The Partners' by Martin Crimp.
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