★★★★ – Empire. Michael Mann's minimalist neo-noir looks as authentic and original today as it did in 1981 and Hollywood icon James Caan is on terrific form as Frank, a professional safecracker determined to lead a normal life.

"★★★★ – unrolled the blueprint for Mann's meticulous aesthetic" – Empire

Hollywood icon James Caan is on terrific form as Frank, a professional safecracker determined to lead a normal life who agrees to one last heist… but things are never simple when you’re working for the mob.

Michael Mann’s minimalist neo-noir looks as authentic and original today as it did in 1981 (no doubt helped by using real thieves as technical advisors on the film) while the Tangerine Dream soundtrack is a joy and Donald Thorin’s moody and brilliant cinematography seals the deal.

Screening as part of our Early Mann season.