The Good Thief
"The ultimate caper!" -Elvis Mitchell, The New York Times
Nick Nolte delivers a riveting performance as Bob Mantagnet, a wisecracking master thief whose luck seems to have finally run out. Pursed by the police at ever turn, the king of con gambles it all on the casino heist of a lifetime inside the decadent world of the French Riviera. A savvy rogue with the perfect quote for ever occasion, Bob's last big at glory is to rob the priceless paintings inside an underground vault that' impossible to crack. Acclaimed director - winner Neil Jordan directs this ingenious and sexy crime thriller that is "the year's first must-see movie." (New York Post).
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great older Nolte flick - silly_hill
I loved this movie ... lots of twists and turns ... nice to see a movie with only one big name actor (well to my North American eyes) ... it was well done ... great scenery showing a part of the world I've never been too and not glizted up to current standards ... highly recommened
would watch again (and probably will)decadent and crumbling heist caper - jjlook
Like a louche "Usual Suspects," this movie may not cover much new territory, but it does it with wit and style. There's solid acting and engaging turns by indie directors Kusturica and the Polish brothers. Also Nick Nolte is watchable in a way he seldom is these days. If you're looking for a thriller/caper you could hardly do better.Watchable, Forgettable - Poustman
I went in with anticipation; Nick Nolte was supposed to have actually become addicted to heroin for the role. He certainly did a good job acting-wise, but the overall script was pretty ho-hum. Standard heist stuff, nothing noteworthy.
I give 3 stars because I found it watchable, and Nolte's performance was good.
PS What is it with young girls and old stars? Boo.
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great older Nolte flick - silly_hill
I loved this movie ... lots of twists and turns ... nice to see a movie with only one big name actor (well to my North American eyes) ... it was well done ... great scenery showing a part of the world I've never been too and not glizted up to current standards ...decadent and crumbling heist caper - jjlook
Like a louche "Usual Suspects," this movie may not cover much new territory, but it does it with wit and style. There's solid acting and engaging turns by indie directors Kusturica and the Polish brothers. Also Nick Nolte is watchable in a way he seldom ...Watchable, Forgettable - Poustman
I went in with anticipation; Nick Nolte was supposed to have actually become addicted to heroin for the role. He certainly did a good job acting-wise, but the overall script was pretty ho-hum. Standard heist stuff, nothing noteworthy.
I give 3 stars ...