The Art of the Steal
The Art of the Steal

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The Art of the Steal

2013
Movie
90 min
English

Crunch Calhoun, a third-rate motorcycle daredevil and part-time art thief, teams up with his snaky brother to steal one of the most valuable books in the world. But it's not just about the book for Crunch — he's keen to rewrite some chapters of his own past as well.

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IMDb5.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes29%
Metacritic47/100
Google Users53%
Director: Jonathan SobolGenres: Action, Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

An art forger, Crunch Calhoun, is released from prison and immediately gets involved in a new, ambitious heist with his estranged criminal brother, Nicky. Their target is a priceless collection of Polish art, which they plan to steal during a high-profile exhibition. However, they must outwit a determined Interpol agent and navigate their own complicated family dynamics along the way.

Critical Reception

The Art of the Steal received mixed to negative reviews. Critics often pointed to its predictable plot and a lack of originality, although some praised the performances of the lead actors and the film's lighthearted tone. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it an entertaining but ultimately forgettable heist comedy.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film offers a familiar premise with a predictable narrative arc.

  • Performances from the cast, particularly Kurt Russell, are often cited as a highlight.

  • Lacks the wit and cleverness of more successful heist comedies.

Google audience: Google users found the movie to be a moderately entertaining heist film, with many appreciating the cast's efforts. However, a significant portion felt the plot was uninspired and the execution lacked creativity, leading to an overall average viewing experience.

Fun Fact

The film's plot involves a complex scheme to steal valuable artwork, mirroring some of the real-life art heists that have occurred throughout history, though this particular story is fictional.

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Reno

Reno

**The two half-brothers and the art heist.** I like heist movies, once they were making great ones, but not anymore. I have heard about this, though haven't seen it till now. Seems it's a decent film, but came at the wrong time of the hi...

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