Thursday, August 3, 2023

Thief (1981)

A gritty crime drama on the mean streets of early 1980s Chicago.

Frank (James Caen) is a successful safe breaker but he always works for himself. Unfortunately when he crosses paths with the mob led by Leo (Robert Prosky) and is forced to work for him instead. 

Life is going well for Frank though, he is married to Jessie (Tuesday Welt), has a nice house and an adopted child (which Leo arranged). The big diamond heist in California goes well but when Frank wants to quit, Leo doesn't take no for an answer. To escape, Frank has to put everything at risk...

A highly enjoyable film and involving film, especially the safe cracking scenes. Appearances by Jim Belushi and Willie Nelson are also very welcome.