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Thief [Limited Slipcase Edition Blu-ray]

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James Caan (Actor), Tuesday Weld (Actor), Michael Mann (Director) Rated: Suitable for 18 years and over Format: Blu-ray
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  • Actors: James Caan, Tuesday Weld, Willie Nelson
  • Directors: Michael Mann
  • Format: CD+DVD, Dolby, PAL
  • Language: English
  • Subtitles For The Hearing Impaired: English
  • Region: Region B/2 (Read more about DVD/Blu-ray formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 16:9 - 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 2
  • Classification: 18
  • Studio: Arrow Video
  • DVD Release Date: 2 Feb. 2015
  • Run Time: 125 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (48 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00Q4VQ04Y
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 27,473 in DVD & Blu-ray (See Top 100 in DVD & Blu-ray)

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For his first theatrical feature, Michael Mann (Manhunter, Public Enemies) returned to the rain-soaked streets of his hometown, Chicago, for a stunning piece of neo-noir starring James Caan (The Godfather, Rollerball) at his toughest.

Caan plays Frank, a jewel thief and former convict who is looking to settle down with his girlfriend (Tuesday Weld, Once Upon a Time in America) and begin a family. But when his fence is thrown from a window and the Chicago mafia begin to flex their muscles, his hopes of a quiet life become anything but...

With a sterling supporting cast in the shape of James Belushi, Robert Prosky, Willie Nelson and Dennis Farina, lush electronic score by Tangerine Dream and the assured direction of Mann, Thief is a standout eighties crime flick that paved the way for the his later urban thrillers such as Heat and Collateral as well as Nicolas Winding Refn s Drive.

SPECIAL EDITION CONTENTS:

  • Limited Slipcase Edition [3000 units] featuring two versions of the film
  • High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation of the director s cut from a new 4K film transfer, approved by director Michael Mann, with uncompressed 5.1 DTS-HD Master Audio
  • High Definition Blu-ray (1080p) presentation of the original theatrical cut [Limited Edition Exclusive] with original uncompressed 2.0 Stereo PCM audio
  • Optional English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing
  • Optional isolated music and effects track on the theatrical cut
  • Audio commentary by writer-director Michael Mann and actor James Caan
  • The Directors: Michael Mann a 2001 documentary on the filmmaker, containing interviews with Mann, James Belushi, William Petersen, Jon Voight and others
  • Stolen Dreams - a new interview with Caan, filmed exclusively for this release
  • Hollywood USA: James Caan an episode of the French TV series Ciné regards devoted to the actor, filmed shortly after Thief had finished production
  • The Art of the Heist - an examination of Thief with writer and critic F.X. Feeney, author of the Taschen volume on Michael Mann
  • Theatrical trailer
  • Reversible sleeve featuring original and newly commissioned artwork by maarko phntm
  • Illustrated collector s booklet featuring new writing on the film by Brad Stevens

    • Review

    a film of style, substance, and violently felt emotion, all wrapped up in one of the most intelligent thrillers I've seen --Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

    Not just the best film of [Michael Mann's] career, but one of the best American films of the whole of the 1980s --Antagony & Ecstacy

    Caan delivers what might be the best performance of his career --Creative Loafing

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5.0 out of 5 starsoutstanding crime thriller
By Mr. A. Thorpe on 30 July 2003
Format: DVD
This has got to be one of the best crime / thriller movies ever made. James Caan is a superb actor, who when given the right role is in a class of his own. This film is his finest hour and he delivers a moving performance as the main character. Caan plays Frank who is an expert safe cracker with dreams of retiring and starting a family with his lady played by Tuesday Weld. He foolishly agrees to work for the mob headed by evil Leo (Robert Prosky), safecracking to order in the belief that after 2 or 3 big scores he can leave with a nice nest egg with which to start his family. When Frank decides it's time to move on and leave his life of crime behind him he soon discovers that it's extremely difficult to walk away when the big time crooks don't want to see their meal ticket leave. This film slowly builds up to a final, bloody showdown with the tension almost becoming unbearable as Frank realises that he is going to have to take drastic action if he truly wants out of his shady profession. Superb.
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5.0 out of 5 starsMann's Feature Film Debut Served Brilliantly on a Must Have Blu-Ray
By spaceodds on 3 Feb. 2015
Format: Blu-ray Verified Purchase
Michael Mann's feature film debut is a neon drenched noir that showcases the usual plot threads of the genre, outlaws treading the fine line between professionalism and survival that plays host to key set pieces cumulates in a tragic and bleak conclusion (in this case being safe break ins using modified power tools that makes the viewer marvel at the ingenuity and the method of use and a finale that will leave audiences applauding but divided on whether it's a happy ending or not) Like most neon noirs Thief is an exercise of style and cinematic craftsmanship, and with Michael Mann at the helm Thief goes that extra mile depicting the cynical world the antihero inhabits. Backed up by a career best performance by Caan, whose performance tries to balance style with characterisation, and a synthesized Tangerine Dream score that will long stick out (it's a major shame that an official soundtrack containing all the music hasn't been released) Overall Thief is a must see for any film fan and a vital purchase for Mann fans.

As for the blu ray. Let's get the obvious out of the way first; if you own a copy of Thief on DVD, then bin it (or use it as a coaster) because Thief is a marvel on blu-ray. Having previously owned the Criterion edition which had a 4K resolution remaster that was breathtaking in picture and sound, I can safely say that the Arrow edition uses the same print. The Director's Cut (which is on disc one) is equally as good as the Criterion edition. The blue colour filters are the same, and the sharpness in some of the scenes are identical with the Criterion edition. What does differ however is the evident grain on the Arrow version, although this is a very minor note and should not dissuade you from purchasing the Arrow edition.Read more ›
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4.0 out of 5 starsReview of the single disc BluRay edition released 1.6.2015
By Colin McCartney TOP 1000 REVIEWERVINE VOICE on 19 Jun. 2015
Format: Blu-ray
The style of presentation of this new edition of Michael Mann's first cinema release "Thief" pays homage to later films that it has influenced, such as Drive [DVD] and is a hint that now is a good time to revisit this 34 year old crime movie.

The film itself stands the test of time very well indeed. This earliest of Mann's cinematic works is less glamourized than his later films like Heat [DVD] [1995] although in a lot of ways it could be considered the prototype of that film. There are parallels with James Caan's Frank and De Niro's Neil McCauley in that they are both perfectionist master criminals. "Thief" has a much earthier, almost depressing feel. There are a lot of scenes shot in the rain and there are mainly only bad guys and badder guys - though there is a sympathetic side to Frank which is highlighted in this new version, which has a short extra scene in which he talks to a fisherman on his way to work. "Thief" isn't Michael Mann's best film, but it is still very good and hints at the greatness to come.

I am bit dubious of Blu-ray versions of films that were not shot in high def in the first place, since surely you can't get high def without going back and re-shooting the film? This remaster of Thief isn't bad however. The Blu-ray menu perhaps gives a false impression, as it looks very cool indeed but the graphics of the actual feature sadly, don't quite compare.Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 starsgreat
By Kevin Pohl on 12 Sept. 2001
Format: VHS Tape
This is Michael Mann's first effort, and also one of his best. James Caan is excellent as the hardened thief that does not give in to anyone. The "you have to be willing to walk out on everything in 60 seconds" theme will be used by Mann in other movies (notably "Heat"). The acting is good all around and so is the soundtrack by TAngerine Dream. Definitely one for the must watch list
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5.0 out of 5 starsYou are making big profits from my work, my risk, my sweat.
By Spike Owen TOP 500 REVIEWER on 13 Sept. 2015
Format: DVD Verified Purchase
Thief is written and directed by Michael Mann, who adapts the screenplay form the novel "The Home Invaders" written by Frank Hohimer. It stars James Caan, Tuesday Weld, Robert Prosky, James Belushi and Willie Nelson. Music is by Tangerine Dream and cinematography by Donald Thorin.

Frank (Caan) is a tough ex-con and expert jewel thief. He's working his way out to a normal life, but after being lured to a big job for the mob, he finds plans on both sides severely altered.

For his first full length theatrical feature, Michael Mann announced himself to the film world with some distinction, and in the process showed everyone what style of film making makes him tick. Thief is a film of stylised grit, visually, thematically and narratively. Set and filmed in Chicago, Mann, aided by Thorin, shoots the story through pure neo-noir filters.

At nighttime it is all a beautifully neon drenched haze, where the streets shimmer with dampness, a dampness brought about by the rain and god knows what else! By day there's a sweaty hue, a feeling that the heat is well and truly on, that even in daylight Frank isn't safe, his dreams may be a touch too far to reach. And no matter what the scene or scenario, Tangerine Dream are laying over the top a throbbing pulse beat, it's like The Warriors trying to get back to Coney Island, the music has a sense of dread about it, that danger is at every corner.

This part of Chicago stinks, it's a vile and corrupt place. Dirty cops everywhere, underworld criminals ruling the roost - Hell! You can even buy a baby if you want one. Is it any wonder that Frank just wants to settle down with a wife and child, to walk barefooted in the sea, to have domesticity?Read more ›
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