Saturday 2 March 2019

KING OF THIEVES [M]

 1h 48min | Crime, Drama

A true crime film about a crew of retired crooks who pull off a major heist in London's jewelry district. What starts off as their last criminal hurrah quickly turns into a brutal nightmare due to greed. Based on infamous true events.

Director: James Marsh
Writers: Joe Penhall (screenplay), Mark Seal (magazine article)

Stars: Michael Caine, Charlie Cox, Michael Gambon

trailer https://youtu.be/eeQAY_9vG8M






An old-school film about an old-school crime that brings together an impressive array of British legends. Solid... Full review

Nick de Semlyen
Empire

Based on a true story, this movie about "old codger" criminals feels a little dry/routine, but the great cast still strikes enough sparks to make it worth a look. Full review

Jeffrey M. Anderson
Common Sense Media

Michael Caine leads a cast of artful codgers in King of Thieves, which is based on the 2015 Hatton Garden heist. Full review

Jeannette Catsoulis
The NYTimes

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