The Thomas Crown Affair

The Thomas Crown Affair

Directed by: Norman Jewison

Unravel the tangled web where passion collides with deception, blurring the lines between hunter and hunted.

Screening Part of "Jewison’s Compass" Retrospective Series

Canada
English
Crime, Drama, Romance


PLOT : A mysterious figure recruits four strangers for a daring bank heist, netting over $2 million. Their mission unfolds seamlessly, but what they don't realize is that their elusive leader is none other than the debonair Sir Thomas Crown, a high-ranking executive at the very bank they've targeted. As the investigation led by Boston detective Eddy Malone hits dead ends, insurance investigator Vicki Anderson enters the picture. Driven by her keen instincts and self-serving motives, Anderson suspects Crown's involvement. Their encounter sparks a magnetic attraction, leading to a complex game of cat and mouse, blurring the lines between pursuer and pursued.

Norman Jewison. Internationally acclaimed filmmaker Norman Jewison was an award-winning director and producer known for his socially significant films. He created some of the world’s most memorable, entertaining, and thought-provoking works, exploring controversial and complex subjects with universal accessibility. Among his most celebrated films are “In the Heat of the Night” (1967), “The Thomas Crown Affair” (1968), and “Moonstruck” (1987). His impactful contributions earned him personal recognition, including 4 Oscar nominations. In 1999, Jewison was honoured with the Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award at the Academy Awards, solidifying his status as a luminary in the industry. Additionally, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Directors Guild of America and high civilian honours in Canada. Jewison’s cinematic legacy continues to inspire hearts worldwide, a testament to the transformative power of storytelling.

Length 1h 42min
Year 1968


Cast Steve McQueen, Faye Dunaway, Paul Burke, Jack Weston, Biff Mcguire, Addison Powell,
Distribution Park Circus
Production The Mirisch Corporation

  • Sat, July 6
    08:15 PM
    Outdoor
    Birra Moretti Cinema, Distillery Distirct
    Toronto

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