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Thief (1981)

Thief (1981)

Drama Crime Thriller

Tonight, his take home pay is $410,000... tax free.

Release Date: 1981, March 27
Directors: Michael Mann
Countries: United States of America
Production: Mann/Caan Productions, United Artists
Cast: James Caan, John Kapelos, Dennis Farina, Tuesday Weld, Del Close, J. Jay Saunders, Nathan Davis, Patty Ross, Jim Belushi, Michael Paul Chan, Bruce A. Young, Tom Howard

Overview:

Frank is an expert professional safecracker, specialized in high-profile diamond heists. He plans to use his ill-gotten income to retire from crime and build a nice life for himself complete with a home, wife and kids. To accelerate the process, he signs on with a top gangster for a big score.

Keywords:

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