Don't touch the thief!

A group of incompetent thieves attempts to rob a jewelry store, only to find themselves in a series of increasingly absurd and dangerous situations. Their meticulous planning quickly unravels as they encounter unexpected obstacles and a rather uncooperative victim. The film follows their frantic and comical efforts to escape the chaos they've created.

The film received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who often cited its predictable plot and reliance on slapstick humor. Audiences, however, found some amusement in the bumbling antics of the protagonists. It is generally considered a lighthearted, albeit forgettable, comedy.

• Relies heavily on predictable gags and physical comedy.
• The performances are enthusiastic but can't fully salvage the weak script.
• A rather generic crime-comedy with little originality.

Google audience: Audience reviews for "Don't Touch the Thief!" are scarce, but those available suggest a generally lukewarm reception. Some viewers found the film's slapstick humor to be amusing, while others were disappointed by its lack of depth and originality.

This film was one of the early cinematic appearances of the comedy trio 'Les Inconnus' (Didier Bourdon, Bernard Campan, and Pascal Légitimus), who later achieved significant fame in France for their sketch shows and films.