Thief
Director: Michael Mann
Actors: James Caan, Tuesday Weld, Willie Nelson
PlotFrank is an expert safecracker, specialized in cracking the uncrackable safes with a life that's as carefully managed as his heists. Living by a strict code and a set of professional ethics, he dreams of a normal life outside the thrills of his criminal endeavors. He sees his criminal activities as a means to an end, aiming to accumulate enough wealth to retire and live a quiet, fulfilling life. Frank's solitary existence is punctuated by his relationship with Jessie, a woman he hopes to build a future with, and his commitment to fulfilling a promise made to a mentor-like figure in prison, adding layers of complexity to his ambitions beyond his criminal activities.
Frank's carefully laid plans start to unravel when he is approached by Leo, a powerful mafia boss, with an offer to join his operation. Tempted by the prospect of one last score that could expedite his path to retirement, Frank reluctantly agrees, setting in motion a series of events that challenge his principles and test his loyalties. The partnership becomes a double-edged sword, offering Frank the chance to achieve his dreams faster than he ever imagined, but also ensnaring him in a web of betrayal and corruption that threatens everything he holds dear. Faced with escalating stakes, Frank must navigate a dangerous criminal underworld while trying to maintain his integrity and fulfill his dream of a life beyond crime.
Writers: Michael Mann, Frank Hohimer
Release Date: 27 Mar 1981
Runtime: 123 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Thief's Criterion Blu-ray impresses with top extras & interviews. Highly recommended.
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