Action,Crime,Comedy
United States of America
The 1984 comedy film "Crackers" was directed by Louis Malle and featured a star-studded cast including Donald Sutherland, Sean Penn, and Jack Warden. The film takes place in San Francisco and follows a group of unlikely criminals who band together to pull off a heist.
The main character is Garvey, played by Sutherland, who operates a pawn shop in a run-down neighborhood. His friends Dillard (Penn), Turtle (Trinidad Silva), and Weslake (Wallace Shawn) are all out of work and looking for a way to make some quick cash. They team up with Boardwalk, a local pimp played by Keith Carradine, who has connections and knowledge of the criminal underworld.
As the group begins planning the heist, Dillard starts a romance with a Hispanic woman named Carmelita (Christine Baranski), the sister of a friend. Boardwalk is tasked with casing a local apartment, where he meets and develops feelings for the maid played by Camille Saviola. Meanwhile, Weslake puts together the blueprint for the burglary, including intricate details and contingency plans.
When the day of the heist arrives, the gang runs into several obstacles, including a malfunctioning alarm system, a mysterious dog, and a snooping police officer. The tension builds as they attempt to pull off the burglary without getting caught.
The film received mixed reviews, with some critics praising the performances and humor, while others felt it was disjointed and unfocused. Nevertheless, "Crackers" has gained a cult following over the years and is remembered for its quirky characters and San Francisco setting.
