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Thief (1981)
Rate:
9
Viewed:
10/11
10/11:
Well, Michael Mann proves his directorial brilliance again after working on The Jericho Mile.
Before there was Heat, there was Thief. It's a fantastic neo-noir caper picture
that features an outstanding performance by James Caan. One of the best scenes of all time is his conversation with Tuesday
Weld at the diner. James Caan admitted to being very proud of it.
The story is also well-done, but it's the performances that put the film on another level along with Michael Mann's
distinctive style. I've never seen James Belushi act this well while Willie Nelson is spookily good.
All in all, Thief is a top five picture for Michael Mann and James Caan.