6 Favorite Heist Film Recommendations, Local Ones Are Just as Cool!

Kapanlagi.com - Heist films are often referred to as crime thriller genre that focuses on theft actions. The brilliance of planning, adrenaline-filled tension, and uncertainty make heist a genre that always captivates the audience.

If KLovers are looking for entertainment that can entertain in a smart way, then this list is a perfect choice to enjoy. With a story full of mysteries and unique characters, these films showcase the world of robbery in a genius way. So, are you ready to immerse yourself in the world of intrigue and tension? These films not only rob treasures, but also the hearts of the audience!

1. OCEAN'S 8 (2018)

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Released in 2018, OCEAN'S 8 tells the story of 7 women who will carry out the biggest jewelry heist. Debbie Ocean, played by Sandra Bullock, is a con artist and thief who has just been released from prison. After getting out, she contacts her old friend, Lou (Cate Blanchett), to plan a jewelry heist.

To ensure a smooth plan, Debbie invites five other women to join her team: Amita (Mindy Kaling), a jewelry maker; Constance (Awkwafina), a pickpocket; Rose Weil (Helena Bonham-Carter), a fashion designer; Nine Ball (Rihanna), a hacker expert; and Tammy (Sarah Paulson), a fence for stolen goods.

Specifically, this gang will steal a classic Cartier necklace worth $150 million at the Met Gala event. The action offered can be said to be fun with intricate theft plots and brilliant style. On the other hand, the stylish characters add visual beauty to this film. Due to its exceptional storyline, this film has received a lot of appreciation from the audience.

2. MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION (2015)

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Mission Impossible is closely associated with Tom Cruise. Who doesn't know this actor? In this film, Tom Cruise plays Ethan Hunt and his team, who try to confront a powerful and evil secret organization called 'The Syndicate'. The mystery of Hunt's kidnapping leads him to someone named Solomon Lane (Sean Harris), a terrorist with great power in the international criminal world.

However, the problem doesn't stop there. Hunt's personal actions have fatal consequences, resulting in the loss of many lives. As a result, the government decides to shut down the Impossible Missions Force (IMF) organization that has been protecting Hunt and replace it with the CIA. Not only thrilling like a typical heist film, MISSION IMPOSSIBLE: ROGUE NATION also offers an incredible story intrigue and action choreography.

3. INCEPTION (2010)

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INCEPTION, a film involving subconscious travel and dream manipulation, takes viewers on a mysterious journey. Dom Cobb (Leonardo DiCaprio) is an idea thief who can hack into people's minds and steal from their subconscious.

However, because of his actions, he becomes an international fugitive and is forced to be separated from his children. One day, he gets one last chance to change his fate by implanting an idea into someone's mind that he stole from. If successful, he can regain his lost life.

4. NOW YOU SEE ME (2013)

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This heist film released in 2013 tells the story of a group of magicians who carry out thefts during their magic performances.  In this film, Daniel Atlas (Jesse Eisenberg), Henley Reeves (Isla Fisher), Merritt McKinney (Woody Harrelson), and Jack Wilder (Dave Franco) are individuals chosen by a mysterious person through a tarot card invitation.

In short, a year after their first meeting, they are now known as The Four Horsemen. This is because they have become famous magicians who perform large-scale robberies. This action prompts Dylan Rhodes (Mark Ruffalo), an FBI agent, and Thaddeus Bradley (Morgan Freeman), a former magician turned anti-magician, to try to stop Daniel Atlas and his team's tricks.

5. ARMY OF THIEVES (2021)

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ARMY OF THIEVES tells the story of Ludwig Dieter, who in reality has the name Sebastian Schlencht-Wohnert. Sebastian is played by Matthias Schweighofer with the character of a typical bank employee. Interestingly, he has a great interest in the skill of opening safes.

In carrying out his actions, Sebastian is assisted by a solid team, consisting of Gwendoline Starr (Nathalie Emmanuel), Korina Dominguez (Ruby O. Fee), Brad Cage (Stuart Martin), and Rolph (Guz Khan). As they begin to attempt to break through the security to reach the three targeted safes, you will feel an extraordinary sense of tension. Moreover, each safe robbery is shown with different levels of difficulty, guaranteed not to be bored while watching!

6. STEALING RADEN SALEH (2022)

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A heist film local that attracted more than 2,000,000 viewers in theaters is no less interesting than foreign heist films. This film tells the story of a gang that steals the legendary painting owned by Raden Saleh as their main mission. In this film, Piko Subiakto (Iqbaal Ramadhan) is a talented student painter who plays the role of a world-class master forger.

Not alone, Piko has a solid team consisting of six people with different skills, namely Ucup the hacker (Angga Yunanda), Sarah the martial arts expert (Aghniny Haque), Gofar the skilled mechanic (Umay Shahab), Fella the manager (Rachel Amanda), and Tuktuk the driver (Ari Irham). They always think cleverly to carry out this mission. Interestingly, the plot in this 2.5-hour film always makes the audience excited and curious. Therefore, the duration feels very fast.

That's the list of heist films that KLovers can enjoy in their spare time. Prepare plenty of snacks to watch the skills of the characters in planning and executing the theft. Plus, with complex intrigues, it makes the watching experience even more captivating. Which one do you want to watch the most?

Author: Nihel Rashiqa Rinaldo

(kpl/nhl/wri)