Burglar

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"A first rate comedy about a second story woman."
  • R
  • 1987
  • 1 hr 43 min
  • 5.1  (4,697)

Burglar is a 1987 action-comedy movie that follows the story of Bernice "Bernie" Rhodenbarr, a young New Yorker who is an unemployed burglar by profession. The movie is directed by Hugh Wilson and stars Whoopi Goldberg as Bernie, Bobcat Goldthwait as her best friend Carl, and G.W. Bailey as the detective who is trying to catch her. The plot of the movie revolves around Bernie, who is a master thief and has been stealing since she was a child. She lives with her eccentric friend Carl, who is a struggling cartoonist, in a studio apartment in Manhattan. One day, Bernie is approached by a wealthy attorney named Martin Blaze, who blackmails her into stealing an expensive piece of jewelry from one of his clients. Bernie is reluctant to take on the job at first, but when Blaze threatens to expose her criminal past to the police, she agrees to do it.

Bernie soon discovers that she has been set up and the jewelry she has stolen is fake. She realizes that she has been duped by Blaze, who was using her to cover up his own crimes. To clear her name and get revenge on Blaze, Bernie sets out to prove his guilt and return the stolen jewels that he had hidden away. With the help of Carl, Bernie starts to investigate Blaze, taking risks and getting into trouble along the way.

Meanwhile, the police are on Bernie's trail, led by the tough Detective Ray Kirschman, who has been trying to catch her for years. Bernie manages to stay one step ahead of the cops, thanks to her quick thinking and agility, but the chase becomes more intense as the investigation deepens.

As Bernie gets closer to the truth, she finds herself in more danger and must decide whether to continue her pursuit of Blaze or to turn herself in and face the consequences of her crimes.

Burglar is a fast-paced movie that is full of action, suspense, and humor. Whoopi Goldberg's portrayal of Bernie is both charming and hilarious, and her chemistry with Bobcat Goldthwait's Carl is delightful to watch. The film's supporting cast, including G.W. Bailey, Jeroen Krabbé, and Lesley Ann Warren, all deliver solid performances that add depth to the story.

One of the standout features of Burglar is the movie's use of New York City as a backdrop. The film's scenes are shot on location in various parts of the city, from the bustling streets of Manhattan to the quieter neighborhoods of Brooklyn. This adds to the movie's authenticity and gives viewers a taste of what life is like in the Big Apple.

Overall, Burglar is a fun and entertaining movie that is perfect for anyone who enjoys a good heist film with a dash of humor. The chemistry between the cast and the use of New York City as a backdrop make it a must-see for fans of action-comedy movies.

Burglar is a 1987 crime movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 43 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 5.1.

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  • Release Date
    1987
  • MPAA Rating
    R
  • Runtime
    1 hr 43 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    5.1  (4,697)
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