Heist (2001) Review in 2025
A group of professional thieves plan and execute a heist, but things don't go as smoothly as they thought.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
No, due to mature themes and language.
CineReview Recommendation
Recommended for fans of action-thrillers and heist movies. Worth watching in theaters for the action sequences.
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The movie follows a group of thieves who plan to steal a valuable necklace during a charity gala. However, things take a turn when one of the thieves double-crosses the others, leading to a series of intense and action-packed sequences.
Review Details
story8.00/10
The story is engaging and well-paced, with a clear and concise plot. However, it's not particularly original or memorable.
acting8.00/10
The acting is top-notch, with great performances from the entire cast. Gene Hackman and Sam Rockwell stand out in particular.
characters7.00/10
The characters are well-developed and complex, but some of them feel a bit one-dimensional. Gene Hackman's character is particularly memorable.
direction8.00/10
David Mamet's direction is solid, with a good balance of action and suspense. However, some scenes feel a bit rushed.
cinematography8.00/10
The cinematography is excellent, with a great use of lighting and camera angles. The action sequences are particularly well-choreographed.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Engaging story, well-developed characters, excellent direction and cinematography, great performances from the cast.
Cons
Not particularly original or memorable, some scenes feel a bit rushed.
Notable Quotes
"'I'm not a thief, I'm a collector.'"
"'You're not a thief, you're a liar.'"
