🎬 Les voleurs de la nuit (1984) – AKA Thieves After Dark

📅 Release Year: 1984
🌍 Country: France
🎭 Genre: Drama, Crime
⏱ Duration: ~95 min
🎬 Director: Samuel Fuller

📖 Storyline

Les voleurs de la nuit (1984), internationally known as Thieves After Dark, tells the story of Arnaud, a young man living in the outskirts of Paris who becomes involved with petty criminals in an attempt to escape poverty.
Arnaud’s descent into the criminal underworld is intertwined with his relationships, personal ambitions, and the moral compromises he makes to survive. The film examines the tension between survival and conscience, showing how socioeconomic pressures and desire for respect can drive ordinary people into illegal activities.
Through its stark urban landscapes and intense character interactions, the story highlights the human cost of crime, ambition, and social inequality.

🎥 Movie Details

• Original Title: Les voleurs de la nuit

• Language: French

• Subtitles: English

• Release Date: 1984

• Setting: Paris, France

• Production: French cinema

🎭 Cast

• Christine Boisson

• Richard Bohringer

• Catherine Rouvel

• Jean‑François Stévenin

• Pierre Mondy

• Michel Robin

⭐ Review & Analysis

Thieves After Dark is a gritty French crime drama that focuses on character psychology and social realism rather than sensationalized action. Director Samuel Fuller captures the tension of the Parisian underworld while exploring Arnaud’s moral conflicts.
The film’s power comes from intimate performances, realistic dialogue, and a stark visual style, creating a sense of inevitability as characters confront both internal and external pressures. Its unflinching portrayal of urban life makes it a compelling study of human behavior under duress.

🎯 Why Watch This Movie?

✔ Insightful exploration of crime and morality
✔ Character-driven drama with realistic tension
✔ Strong performances by French actors
✔ Atmospheric depiction of Paris’ marginalized communities

🎬 Similar Movies

• Pickpocket — Urban crime and personal morality

• À Nos Amours — Youth and social tension in France

• Le Cercle Rouge — Crime and fate

• La Haine — Urban struggle and societal pressure

❓ FAQ

Is this a thriller?
Not in the conventional sense — it’s a crime drama with character focus rather than suspense‑driven plot twists.

Is it action-heavy?
No — the story emphasizes moral choices and social realities over action sequences.

Who will enjoy this film?
Fans of French cinema, realistic crime dramas, and character-driven narratives will find it compelling.

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