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The Thief / Вор

  • Drama
  • Crime
Confirmed1997-10-137.07.2Trakt

Katya and her 6-year-old son Sanya, who, in 1952, meet a veteran Soviet officer named Tolyan. Katya falls in love with Tolyan, who turns out to be a small time criminal, but who also becomes a father figure to Sanya ...

The Thief is a 1997 Russian drama-crime film about a widow named Katya and her young son Sanya who become entangled with Tolyan, a charming Soviet veteran and small-time criminal, after meeting him in post-war 1952. The film explores themes of love, family, and moral ambiguity as Tolyan assumes a father figure role while concealing his criminal past. Now available to stream, it remains a compelling character study of survival and relationships in Soviet-era Russia.

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Theatrical release in United States

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1998-07-17

Wide release in United States · Rated R

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Bop / Vor (The Thief) Trailer

YouTube · 2009-08-31
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When was The Thief released?

The Thief was released on October 13, 1997.

What is The Thief about?

The film follows Katya and her 6-year-old son Sanya as they meet Tolyan, a Soviet veteran and petty criminal, in 1952. Katya falls in love with him while he becomes a father figure to Sanya, creating a complex family dynamic around his hidden criminal life.

What genre is The Thief?

The Thief is a drama-crime film that examines relationships and morality against the backdrop of post-war Soviet Russia.

Where can I watch The Thief?

As a 1997 film, The Thief is available through various streaming platforms and digital retailers; availability varies by region and service.

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