Thief of Hearts
Thief of Hearts

Thief of Hearts

1984Movie100 minEnglish

A woman trapped in a boring marriage begins an affair with a handsome man who seems able to read her mind. She doesn't know that he has broken into her house and read her diaries, where she has recorded her deepest thoughts and fantasies.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Director: Michael Caton-JonesGenres: Drama, Romance, Thriller

Plot Summary

Scott, a charismatic and manipulative art thief, becomes obsessed with a married socialite, Kelly. He orchestrates elaborate schemes to isolate her and win her affections, blurring the lines between desire and obsession. As Kelly finds herself increasingly drawn into Scott's dangerous world, her carefully constructed life begins to unravel.

Critical Reception

Thief of Hearts was met with mixed to negative reviews, with critics often finding the plot predictable and the characters unconvincing. While some acknowledged the film's stylish direction and performances, it ultimately failed to resonate with a wide audience.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its implausible plot and lack of emotional depth.
  • Praised by some for its stylistic elements but largely dismissed as a forgettable thriller.
  • The chemistry between the leads was noted but couldn't save the weak narrative.

Google audience: Audience reception for Thief of Hearts is largely unavailable in public databases, but critical reviews suggest it was not a widely embraced film.

Fun Fact

The film was notably bashed by critics, with one reviewer describing it as 'a porno movie disguised as a thriller,' a sentiment that echoed the general critical disappointment.

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