Top 10 Romantic Films About Pickpockets

Description: A screwball comedy where Jean (Barbara Stanwyck) is a con artist who falls for her mark, Charles (Henry Fonda), a wealthy heir. Their relationship is filled with deception, mistaken identities, and, of course, pickpocketing, making it a timeless romantic tale.

Fact: The film was directed by Preston Sturges, who was known for his fast-paced, witty dialogue.

Description: This French New Wave classic by Robert Bresson follows Michel, a young man who becomes a pickpocket, and his unexpected romance with Jeanne, a woman who sees through his facade. The film delves into themes of isolation, redemption, and the human condition, making it a poignant addition to this list.

Fact: Bresson used non-professional actors for most roles, and the film's minimalistic style has influenced many filmmakers.

Description: This classic film involves a complex con game, with pickpocketing as part of the elaborate scheme. The relationship between Johnny Hooker (Robert Redford) and Luther Coleman (Robert Earl Jones) adds a layer of mentorship and friendship, with romantic undertones.

Fact: The film won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture, and its plot twist is still celebrated in cinema history.

Description: This French film follows the lives of two homeless lovers, one of whom is a former pickpocket. Their love story unfolds on the iconic Pont Neuf bridge in Paris, blending romance with the gritty reality of street life.

Fact: The film was shot on a specially constructed set of the bridge, as the real Pont Neuf was undergoing renovations.

Description: A sophisticated cat-and-mouse game between Thomas Crown (Pierce Brosnan), a wealthy art thief, and insurance investigator Catherine Banning (Rene Russo). Their relationship blurs the lines between love and deception, with pickpocketing as part of their intricate dance.

Fact: The film features a memorable chess game scene, which was actually played by the actors.

Description: While the film focuses on a casino heist, the character of Linus Caldwell (Matt Damon) is a skilled pickpocket, adding a romantic subplot with Tess Ocean (Julia Roberts), who is married to the casino owner Danny Ocean (George Clooney).

Fact: The film was a remake of the 1960 Rat Pack movie, but with a modern twist and a star-studded cast.

Description: While not strictly a romance, the film features a subplot involving the charming thief Charlie Croker (Mark Wahlberg) and his relationship with Stella Bridger (Charlize Theron), whose father was a legendary pickpocket. Their chemistry adds a romantic layer to the heist film.

Fact: The film's iconic Mini Cooper chase scene was shot in real-time, with the cars performing stunts on the streets of Los Angeles.

Description: While primarily a comedy, this Coen Brothers' remake features a group of thieves, one of whom is a pickpocket, who pose as a string quartet to rob a casino. Their interactions with the elderly Mrs. Munson (Irma P. Hall) add a quirky romantic element.

Fact: The film includes a memorable scene where the characters perform a mock musical performance.

Description: Jack Jericho, played by Robert Downey Jr., is a charming pickpocket and ladies' man who falls for a woman who's immune to his usual tricks. This light-hearted romantic comedy explores the idea of love changing a person's ways, with a backdrop of petty theft and charm.

Fact: This was one of Downey Jr.'s early starring roles, showcasing his charisma and comedic timing.

Description: Jack Jericho (Robert Downey Jr.) is a charming pickpocket who meets his match in Randy Jensen (Molly Ringwald), leading to a romantic entanglement that challenges his lifestyle. The film explores themes of love, change, and the allure of the con.

Fact: The film was one of the first to showcase Downey Jr.'s ability to play both charming and vulnerable characters.