# The Heist of the Century (2020)

> A charismatic crew turns a Buenos Aires bank siege into a nervy, comic contest of improvisation against police negotiators and impossible odds.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/427788

## Facts

- Runtime: 114 min
- Genres: Comedy, Thriller, Crime
- Director: Ariel Winograd
- Cast: Guillermo Francella, Diego Peretti, Luis Luque, Pablo Rago, Rafael Ferro, Mariano Argento, Juan Alari, Fabián Arenillas
- TMDB rating: 7.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt10948718/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: witty, propulsive, irreverent, crime movie night, heist double feature

## Synopsis

A daring bank heist unfolds with unexpected twists and comedic moments, leaving hostages and robbers alike on edge.

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