Let's Rob the Bank
Let's Rob the Bank

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Let's Rob the Bank

1964
Movie
88 min
French

Shopkeeper Victor Garnier has naively invested his family's life savings in an African mine, on his banker's recommendation. When the mine is nationalized, rendering the stock worthless, he considers himself shamelessly robbed by the bank; it seems only fair to him to return the 'favor' and rob the bank, teaming up with the whole family as they were all duped. Even for professionals such an enterprise -he decides to dig a tunnel- is quite demanding, but for simple commoners it's daunting, as they also have their personal downsides; thus Victor's wife has a most unwelcome tendency to blurt out the truth, even to the grumpy local copper: a crazy risk when you need to keep a criminal plan secret.

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IMDb6.3/10
Director: Richard ThorpeGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

In this caper comedy, a group of amateur thieves plans to rob a bank in broad daylight. Their elaborate scheme, however, is fraught with comical mishaps and unexpected twists as they navigate the challenges of executing a heist while trying to avoid detection. The film follows their increasingly absurd attempts to pull off the robbery, leading to a series of hilarious situations.

Critical Reception

While not a major critical success, 'Let's Rob the Bank' was generally received as a lighthearted and amusing French comedy of the era. Critics often noted its slapstick humor and the energetic performances of its cast, though some found the plot predictable and the execution lacking in depth. It found favor with audiences looking for straightforward entertainment.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its lighthearted, comedic tone.

  • Appreciated for the energetic performances of the lead actors.

  • Some found the plot to be somewhat predictable but enjoyable nonetheless.

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Fun Fact

The film was one of the later directorial efforts for veteran Hollywood director Richard Thorpe, who had previously helmed classics like 'The Adventures of Tom Sawyer' and 'Ivanhoe' before working on this French production.

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