The Thief of Paris

The Thief of Paris

1967 · 120 min · FR · 6.7 (90 votes)
Dir. Louis Malle · Starring Jean-Paul Belmondo, Geneviève Bujold, Marie Dubois, Julien Guiomar, Paul Le Person, Christian Lude · Music Henri Lanoë

“The light touch of the masters! Malle makes… Belmondo takes.”

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In turn-of-the-century Paris, Georges Randal is brought up by his wealthy uncle, who steals his inheritance. Georges hopes to marry his cousin Charlotte, but his uncle arranges for her to marry a rich neighbour. In retaliation, Georges steals the fiancé's family jewels, and enjoys the experience so much that he embarks upon a lifetime of burglary.

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A stylish, witty caper set against a Belle Époque Paris. It's a sophisticated, yet melancholic, look at a life of crime born from betrayal, with a charming protagonist who finds freedom in illicit pursuits.

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