Money Movers
Money Movers

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Money Movers

1978
Movie
92 min
English

A group of crooks plan a heist to steal twenty million dollars from a Security Firm counting house.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Bruce BeresfordGenres: Crime, Thriller, Drama

Plot Summary

A veteran bank teller, nearing retirement, decides to orchestrate one last heist with the help of his younger, ambitious colleagues. The plan involves siphoning off large sums of cash over time, aiming for a clean getaway without anyone suspecting. However, the intricate scheme begins to unravel as greed, paranoia, and unforeseen complications emerge amongst the participants.

Critical Reception

Money Movers was a critically acclaimed Australian crime thriller, praised for its tense atmosphere, strong performances, and intelligent plotting. It was seen as a significant contribution to Australian cinema in the late 1970s, earning positive reviews for its gritty realism and suspenseful narrative.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its taut suspense and realistic depiction of a complex heist.

  • The film features compelling performances from its ensemble cast, particularly the lead.

  • A well-crafted thriller that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.

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Fun Fact

The film was an early significant role for Bryan Brown, who would go on to become one of Australia's most recognizable actors.

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