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The Good Thief
1980·Movie
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Funny, light on feelings.
Energy
Fast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
- Fast Pace7
- Tension6
- Spectacle6
Heart
Emotionally reserved
- Romance6
- Wonder6
- Hopefulness5
Humor
Some slapstick and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
- Physical Comedy7
- Satire & Parody7
- Absurdist Humor6
World
History and crime
- World Immersion7
- Dialogue Centrality7
- Novelty6
Craft
Solid, not remarkable
- Acting7
- Character Depth7
- Direction6
Style
Functional look and sound
- Editing7
- Cinematography6
- Music Composition6
Energy
MediumFast-paced
Fast from start to finish.
The Good Thief is fast-paced.
All energy traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Tension6Edge-of-your-seat suspense and pressure.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
- Adrenaline5High-energy, pulse-pounding intensity.
- Violence5Physical conflict and intensity.
- Scare2Frightening moments and scares.
Related traits
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
All heart traits
- Romance6Love stories and emotional connections.
- Wonder6Awe, discovery, and amazement.
- Hopefulness5Optimism and uplifting resolve.
- Wholesome4Heartwarming, uplifting feelings.
- Pathos4Deeply moving, empathetic emotion.
- Catharsis4Emotional release and payoff.
- Nostalgia4Warmth of memory and retro vibes.
- Coming of Age4Personal growth and self-discovery.
- Family Dynamics4Relationships and generational ties.
- Melancholy3Bittersweet, reflective sadness.
Related traits
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Bleakness5Grim, stark outlooks.
Humor
HighSome slapstick and satire
Not a comedy at heart.
Expect some slapstick and satire.
All humor traits
- Physical Comedy7Slapstick and visual gags.
- Satire & Parody7Sharp critique and playful imitation.
- Absurdist Humor6Surreal, nonsensical comedy.
- Situational Comedy5Humor from everyday scenarios and setups.
- Wit & Wordplay5Clever dialogue and verbal humor.
- Dark Humor5Humor from taboo or grim topics.
- Cringe Humor4Awkward, uncomfortable laughs.
Related traits
- Eccentricity7Oddball tone and quirks.
World
MediumHistory and crime
Its world is built around history and crime.
All world traits
- World Immersion7Depth and sensory richness of setting.
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
- Rewatchability5Invites repeat viewing.
- Ambiguity5Open-endedness and uncertainty.
Related traits
- Historical8Period settings and real events.
- Crime7Heists, investigation, and underworld.
- Social Commentary6Perspectives on society and norms.
- Class & Capitalism6Wealth, power, and inequality.
- Spiritual6Faith, meaning, and transcendence.
- Fantasy5Mythic worlds and magical systems.
Craft
MediumSolid, not remarkable
The craft is serviceable rather than remarkable.
All craft traits
- Acting7Performance craft and presence.
- Character Depth7Rich, complex characterization.
- Direction6Vision and command behind the camera.
- Narrative Structure6Story architecture and form.
- Dialogue Quality6Sharp writing and memorable lines.
- Intrigue6Curiosity and investigative pull.
- Complexity5Layered plots and ideas.
- Non-linear Narrative1Time-shifts and structure play.
- Meta Narrative1Stories about storytelling.
Related traits
- Fast Pace7Quick tempo and momentum.
- Novelty6Fresh ideas and invention.
Style
MediumFunctional look and sound
The look and sound stay functional.
All style traits
- Editing7Pacing and structure through cuts.
- Cinematography6Visual composition and camera work.
- Music Composition6Score and musical identity.
- Visual Stylization6Distinctive aesthetic signature.
- Music Centrality6The score or soundtrack shapes the emotional experience.
- Sound Centrality5Sound design as core element.
Related traits
- Dialogue Centrality7Stories driven by conversation.
- Spectacle6Scale and set-piece grandeur.
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About
Caleb, "son of nobody" (Enrico Montesano) lives in Galilee in Jesus' day and struggles as a thief and con-man, pretending to be a magician. When he witnesses Jesus turning water into wine, he thinks he's found a competitor. So Caleb goes on, convinced that Jesus is a fake just as he is, always trying to figure out his tricks. In the meantime, he gets involved with a prostitute (played by Edwige Fenech), but also with the wife of a Roman patrician (played by the equally alluring Bernadette Lafont), he steals a few goats and cons a few people, he befriends a lovable dog and gets in trouble with some Roman soldiers.
Italian ComedyBiblical SatireTheifReligiousHistoricalEccentric CharactersPhysical ComedySocial CommentaryMisadventures
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Is The Good Thief worth watching?
65
GoodGoodWatch scoreMostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 65/100 (IMDb 6.7). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.
How long is The Good Thief?
1 h 48 min
The Good Thief runs 1 h 48 min.
What language is The Good Thief in?
Italian
It was made in Italian. Produced in France, Italy.
What tropes does The Good Thief use?
The CameoFriendly EnemyGoing Cold TurkeyGuile HeroImplied Death ThreatLoony FanLoveable RogueOne Last JobRagtag Bunch of MisfitsThe RemakeTitle DropYou Must Be Coldand 3 more
TV Tropes lists 15 storytelling tropes for The Good Thief, including The Cameo, Friendly Enemy, Going Cold Turkey.