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The Brink's Job (1978)
Director: William Friedkin
Cast: Peter Falk, Peter Boyle, Allen Garfield, Warren Oates
Runtime104 min
RatingPG
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In 1950, a group of unlikely criminal masterminds commits the robbery of the century. Led by Tony Pino, a petty thief fresh out of prison, and Joe McGinnis, who specializes in planning lucrative capers, the gang robs Brink's main office in Boston of more than $2 million. However, things begin to go awry when the FBI gets involved, the cops start cracking down on the gang and McGinnis refuses to hand over the loot...
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The Brink's Job is a critically acclaimed 1978 crime comedy drama film directed by William Friedkin. Though it did not receive any major awards recognition, the film has been praised by critics for its engaging story and strong performances. Audiences have also responded positively, with the film currently holding a rating of 7.0 on IMDb.
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Fans of director William Friedkin's distinctive crime-drama style will appreciate the expertly crafted caper at the heart of The Brink's Job. With a stellar ensemble cast including Peter Falk and Warren Oates, this 1978 film offers a delightfully offbeat true-crime comedy that blends humor and high stakes into a compelling historical heist adventure.
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The Brink's Job is a 1978 American crime comedy drama film directed by William Friedkin and starring Peter Falk, Peter Boyle, Allen Garfield, Warren Oates, Gena Rowlands, and Paul Sorvino. It is based on the Brink's robbery of 1950 in Boston, and the book about it, Big Stick-Up at Brinks by Noel Behn. Robbers stole $2.7 million in cash, checks, and government securities.
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