Operation Golden Phoenix

A retired master thief is drawn back into the underworld for one last, high-stakes heist. He must assemble his old crew and navigate treacherous betrayals from both the police and his former associates. The mission involves stealing a legendary diamond, known as the 'Golden Phoenix', from a heavily guarded museum.

Operation Golden Phoenix was met with a mixed to positive reception. Critics praised its stylish direction, taut pacing, and Belmondo's charismatic performance, noting it as a return to form for the actor in a classic crime thriller mold. However, some found the plot somewhat convoluted and derivative of earlier heist films.

• Praised for its slick direction and suspenseful heist sequences.

• Jean-Paul Belmondo's performance is a highlight, embodying the weary but still capable criminal.

• Some critics found the narrative less original than expected for the genre.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's classic crime thriller atmosphere and the presence of Jean-Paul Belmondo. Many enjoyed the intricate planning of the heist and the suspense, although a minority felt the plot could have been more innovative.

Nominated for Best Actor at the César Awards (Jean-Paul Belmondo).

The film's iconic soundtrack was composed by Ennio Morricone, who collaborated with director Jean-Pierre Melville on several other acclaimed films.