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Pickpocket (1959)

Movie ★ 7.3 75 min

Crime Drama

Michel takes up pickpocketing on a lark and is arrested soon after. His mother dies shortly after his release, and despite the objections of his only friend, Jacques, and his mother's neighbor Jeanne, Michel teams up with a couple of petty thieves in order to improve his craft. With a police inspector keeping an eye on him, Michel also tries to get a straight job, but the temptation to steal is hard to resist.

Robert Bresson Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 16, 1959
Runtime
75 min
Rating
NR
IMDb
tt0053168
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Cast

Martin LaSalle Martin LaSalle Michel Marika Green Marika Green Jeanne Jean Pélégri Lead Inspector Dolly Scal The Mother Pierre Leymarie Jacques Kassagi Kassagi 1st Accomplice Pierre Étaix Pierre Étaix 2nd Accomplice César Gattegno Inspector Sophie Saint-Just (uncredited) Dominique Zardi Dominique Zardi Subway Passenger (uncredited)

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Frequently asked questions

What is Pickpocket about?
Michel takes up pickpocketing on a lark and is arrested soon after. His mother dies shortly after his release, and despite the objections of his only friend, Jacques, and his mother's neighbor Jeanne, Michel teams up with a couple of petty thieves in order to improve his craft. With a police inspector keeping an eye on him, Michel also tries to get a straight job, but the temptation to steal is hard to resist.
Who directed Pickpocket?
Pickpocket was directed by Robert Bresson.
Who stars in Pickpocket?
Pickpocket stars Martin LaSalle, Marika Green, Jean Pélégri, Dolly Scal.
When was Pickpocket released?
Pickpocket is a 1959 crime, drama film.
Where can I watch Pickpocket?
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