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We’ve never seen Michael Mann’s Thief (1981)… until now!

Join us as we watch Thief for the very first time, talk about what we expected going in, and share our honest Thief (1981) reaction and review after experiencing Michael Mann’s electric feature debut.

From James Caan’s legendary performance to the Tangerine Dream synth score, we dig into why Thief has become a defining neo-noir crime thriller and a blueprint for Michael Mann’s filmmaking style.We’ll break down Mann’s signature visuals, the film’s gritty Chicago atmosphere, the incredible safe-cracking sequences, and how Thief paved the way for later classics like Heat, Manhunter, and Collateral.

If you’re a fan of crime thrillers, neo-noir films, or first time movie reactions, this episode is for you.

👉 Don’t miss our deep dive into one of the most influential crime films of the 1980s — and the movie that launched Michael Mann’s career.

If you love movie reactions, film reviews, or want to revisit Thief through fresh eyes, this episode is for you.If you’ve ever missed a movie “everyone else has seen,” this show is for you.

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0:00 — Intro

0:16 — A Brief History of THIEF

1:18 — What Do We Know About Thief (1981)?

7:37 — Future Eli & Vince Give Their Thoughts on Thief After First Watch

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