Are you a sucker for heist movies? If so this one is almost great. No, it's just not going to make that cut, but it's plenty good enough to enjoy. That is if you park your "high-brow" ambitions. "The Art of the Steal" has some things going for it. First, it's a heist movie. That said, it ain't no "Reservoir Dogs". No gritty realism here, but there is a great cast, absolutely fantastic cinematography, and a just passable double-crossing plot.
This movie is filmed and edited with a distinct nod to Guy Ritchie. That is a good thing. Though it won't reach his level it's a good tip of the hat nonetheless. What elevates it to good enough is genuinely scene-stealing cinematography with a close to perfect cast and snappy (i.e., damn funny) dialog. It overcomes a lot. Not the least of which is a definitely lame story. But, oh how that story is brought to life by the cast and the director. It's pure entertainment. That is, if you park those "high-brow" expectations and just go with it.
This movie is filmed and edited with a distinct nod to Guy Ritchie. That is a good thing. Though it won't reach his level it's a good tip of the hat nonetheless. What elevates it to good enough is genuinely scene-stealing cinematography with a close to perfect cast and snappy (i.e., damn funny) dialog. It overcomes a lot. Not the least of which is a definitely lame story. But, oh how that story is brought to life by the cast and the director. It's pure entertainment. That is, if you park those "high-brow" expectations and just go with it.