The Last Thieves
The Last Thieves

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The Last Thieves

2019
Movie
107 min
Mandarin

What is the gap between ideals and reality? How much more do we need to sacrifice to complete our dreams? And is it a saint who brings to the world a good saint; or is it just a werewolf thief in sheep's clothing?

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Armando ManniGenres: Action, Adventure, Crime

Plot Summary

A group of aging thieves, realizing their time is running out, decide to pull off one last, epic heist. They plan to steal a valuable artifact, the legendary 'Heart of the Sun', from a heavily guarded museum. Their attempt is complicated by their own diminishing skills, unexpected betrayals, and the persistent efforts of law enforcement determined to stop them.

Critical Reception

The Last Thieves received a mixed to positive reception from critics and audiences. It was praised for its entertaining premise and the chemistry between its lead actors, though some found the plot predictable and the execution occasionally uneven.

What Reviewers Say

  • Entertaining heist premise with a likable cast.

  • Some viewers found the plot to be formulaic.

  • The film offers lighthearted fun but lacks originality.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available, but general sentiment suggests appreciation for the comedic elements and the performances of the main actors, with some critiques pointing to a lack of depth in the narrative.

Fun Fact

The film features a reunion of actors Fabio De Luigi and Paolo Ruffini, who have frequently collaborated in Italian comedy films.

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