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The Great Jewel Robber

1950·Movie
1h 31min·NR
71
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No humor.

Energy

Tense

  • Tension7
  • Adrenaline4
  • Fast Pace4

Heart

Emotionally reserved

  • Nostalgia6
  • Pathos5
  • Catharsis5

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay4
  • Situational Comedy1
  • Physical Comedy1

World

Crime, history, and a real life story

  • World Immersion7
  • Dialogue Centrality7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Intrigue8
  • Acting7
  • Narrative Structure7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Editing6
  • Music Composition5

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His Evening Dress Was Always 'White Tie'... and a black automatic!

Director Peter Godfrey's 1950 drama, inspired by true events, dramatizes the crime spree of the notorious jewel thief known as "The Hollywood Raffles", whose famous robbery victims included such real-life celebrities as Joan Crawford, Errol Flynn, Alexis Smith and Dennis Morgan. David Brian stars in the title role, and he's supported by John Archer, Marjorie Reynolds, Jacqueline de Wit, Alix Talton, Ned Glass, Perdita Chandler and columnist Sheilah Graham, playing herself.
Biographical Crime DramaHollywood Golden AgeReal-Life HeistUnderstated ThrillerCharacter Study1950s AtmosphereIntriguing NarrativeGentleman Thief

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Where can I stream The Great Jewel Robber legally?

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Is The Great Jewel Robber worth watching?

71
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 71/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Great Jewel Robber rated?

NRViolence

It's rated NR in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is The Great Jewel Robber?

1 h 31 min

The Great Jewel Robber runs 1 h 31 min.

Is The Great Jewel Robber based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Great Jewel Robber in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.