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Movie poster: The Sex Thief (1973)
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The Sex Thief

1973 · 89 min Comedy Crime
5.2 / 10 · TMDB

A struggling pulp fiction writer who doubles as an incompetent jewel thief. He gets caught in the act every time, but he uses his looks and charm to make the best of it. Soon he becomes a celebrity. Wealthy women start leaving their jewels out like milk and cookies for Santa Claus in hopes that the sex thief will unlawfully invade their domiciles.

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📋 Film Details

Year 1973
Country United Kingdom
Genre Comedy, Crime
Director Martin Campbell
Runtime 89 min.
Rating TMDB: 5.2/10 (14 votes)

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The film constructs a light parody of the crime caper, relying on situational absurdity and the protagonist's roguish charm. It explores themes of accidental celebrity and voyeuristic desire through a farcical lens.

Those who tire of heavy plots will find a playful, cheeky diversion where theft is merely a pretext for flirtation. What lingers after is the sheer, ridiculous fun of it all — MovieFinder Editorial

Director: Martin Campbell

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Best enjoyed with friends, a glass of wine, and a sense of playful mischief.

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