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Thick as Thieves

  • 1999
  • R
  • 1h 33m
IMDb RATING
5.8/10
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Alec Baldwin, Rebecca De Mornay, and Andre Braugher in Thick as Thieves (1999)
A thief is betrayed after a well done job in Detroit. Returning to Chicago, he decides on revenge. Things escalate.
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A thief is betrayed after a well done job in Detroit. Returning to Chicago, he decides on revenge. Things escalate.A thief is betrayed after a well done job in Detroit. Returning to Chicago, he decides on revenge. Things escalate.A thief is betrayed after a well done job in Detroit. Returning to Chicago, he decides on revenge. Things escalate.

  • Director
    • Scott Sanders
  • Writers
    • Patrick Quinn
    • Scott Sanders
    • Arthur Krystal
  • Stars
    • Mark Adair-Rios
    • Khandi Alexander
    • Erich Anderson
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  • IMDb RATING
    5.8/10
    3K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Scott Sanders
    • Writers
      • Patrick Quinn
      • Scott Sanders
      • Arthur Krystal
    • Stars
      • Mark Adair-Rios
      • Khandi Alexander
      • Erich Anderson
    • 42User reviews
    • 13Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Mark Adair-Rios
    • Waiter
    Khandi Alexander
    Khandi Alexander
    • Janet
    Erich Anderson
    Erich Anderson
    • Tenesco
    Cecil 'Shuckey Duckey' Armstrong
    • Butch
    Tom Babuscio
    • Ray
    • (as Thomas Babuscio)
    Alec Baldwin
    Alec Baldwin
    • Mackin
    Reginald Ballard
    Reginald Ballard
    • Sugar Bear
    Richard Beatty
    • Benny
    • (as Rick Beatty)
    Eric Bizot
    • Claude
    Andre Braugher
    Andre Braugher
    • Dink
    Lisette Bross
    Lisette Bross
    • Restaurant Patron
    David Byrd
    David Byrd
    • Capetti
    Louis Crugnali
    Louis Crugnali
    • Ricky
    Sandra Cusimano
    • Maria
    Michelle Davison
    • Mother
    Julia Sweeney
    Julia Sweeney
    • Sarah
    Rebecca De Mornay
    Rebecca De Mornay
    • Petrone
    Richard Edson
    Richard Edson
    • Danny
    • Director
      • Scott Sanders
    • Writers
      • Patrick Quinn
      • Scott Sanders
      • Arthur Krystal
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    10leyenda61

    an altogether well-made film

    So I'm visiting my brother's house bored to tears and channel-surfing like crazy. All of the sudden, i catch Thick as Thieves coming on. I had never heard of it and the intro was pretty quirky, so i gave it a shot. This movie is one of those best-keep-secrets that most people don't notice. It's not a comdey per se, and not really an action or a Tarantino-esque movie, it kind stands in its own class. The situations the characters get in and out of are humorous-- not "LMAO" funny, just amusingly funny wry. The pacing, casting, the characters, the acting and direction are all top notch and very well fleshed out. So far, anyone i've personally recommended Thick as Thieves to has enjoyed. Hopefully you will, too.
    bunnyws

    A Mother's Review

    I have seen this movie at least 50 times and plan to see it whenever it appears on cable. I will probably also rent it whenever it is not available on cable. It is without a doubt the best screenplay and best directed movie I have ever viewed. If you have an opportunity to recommend this movie to a friend, I strongly recommend that you do so. Though I doubt that it could bring them as much joy as it brings me each time I see it, I am sure they will enjoy it.

    Signed, Scott's Mom
    8tvalstar99

    A gem waiting to be discovered

    I watched this movie late at night, but I was right wide awake! The movie is a story about a thief who after a successful assignment, escapes a attempt at killing him and seeks for revenge after a black gangster who likes the fine things in live.

    The movie distinguishes itself from other crime movies because of the humor and the witty and funny dialog. Michael Jai White proves to be a very good actor. I knew him from Spawn, but this role is completely different and he is impressive. Baldwin is a very versatile actor who does great in his role as Mackin the thief. The other roles a nicely casted too. It is a well paced, intelligent humorous gangster movie. Rebecca DeMornay proves that you don't have to have a big role to impress. She reminded me of Frances McDormand in Fargo.

    I can't understand why I didn't hear about this movie before. An example of gems waiting to be discovered by the audience. I loved it.
    jonnyorange76

    Great entertainment

    I borrowed this film of a friend who said it was one of the best he'd seen in a long time,at first i wasn't sure what it would be like due to the fact i'd never heard anything about it,but after watching it i was amazed that it hadn't come out at the cinema,this was a truly good film. The movie has a great script with some memorable lines,as well as a good jazz soundtrack,but also an excellent cast who give some of the best performances i've seen in a long time. Michael Jai White is awesome as Pointy Williams,the smooth black Ghetto Gangster who's trying to become an upmarket buisnessman. Praises must be given to Reginald Ballard who plays the hard hitting Sugar Bear who seems to be the main muscle in Pointies operation.But the best performance of the film must be given to Andre Braugher who plays Dink,a streetwise gangster who knows the score and is Pointies right hand man,he reminds me of Isiah Washington playing Mac in Romeo Must Die. If you watch this then you are guaranteed a good nights entertainment.
    z-man-7

    Well crafted, quirky, ironic and darkly comic crime drama.

    What a great subtle and fresh movie. Best thing Alec Baldwin has done in years. Michael Jai White (Pointy) is going to be a star. Andre Braugher is superb. Excellent supporting cast includes Bruce Greenwood, Rebecca DeMornay, Ricky Harris and Janeane Garafolo. The new director, Scott Sanders, has got the right stuff. Go see this movie.

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    • Trivia
      The final feature film of actor David Byrd.
    • Goofs
      Among "Thanks to" (corporate contributors) in end titles: "Calvin Kelin", an obvious typo for Calvin Klein.
    • Quotes

      Pointy: "You can take the bitch outta the ghetto, but you just can't take the bitch outta the ghetto!"

    • Crazy credits
      Petrone and Nick are heard having a conversation as the end credits roll.
    • Connections
      References Gone with the Wind (1939)
    • Soundtracks
      Secret Sauce

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    • Release date
      • April 9, 1999 (Italy)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
    • Also known as
      • The Last Bandit
    • Filming locations
      • California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Elysian Dreams
      • Gigantic Pictures (III)
      • Moonstone Entertainment
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 33m(93 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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