Pickpocket (1959)
Pickpocket is a 1959 French-language crime movie directed by Robert Bresson, with a running time of 1h 15m. It stars Martin LaSalle, Marika Green and Jean Pélégri.
Michel takes up pickpocketing on a lark and is arrested soon after. His mother dies shortly after his release, and despite the objections of his only friend, Jacques, and his mother's neighbor Jeanne, Michel teams up with a couple of petty thieves in order to improve his craft. With a police inspector keeping an eye on him, Michel also tries to get a straight job, but the temptation to steal is hard to resist.
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What is Pickpocket about?
Michel takes up pickpocketing on a lark and is arrested soon after. His mother dies shortly after his release, and despite the objections of his only friend, Jacques, and his mother's neighbor Jeanne, Michel teams up with a couple of petty thieves in order to improve his craft. With a police inspector keeping an eye on him, Michel also tries to get a straight job, but the temptation to steal is hard to resist.
When was Pickpocket released?
Pickpocket was released on 16 December 1959.
How long is Pickpocket?
Pickpocket runs 1h 15m.
Who made Pickpocket?
Pickpocket was directed by Robert Bresson.
Where can I watch Pickpocket?
Pickpocket is available on Criterion Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home.
Where to watch Pickpocket
Stream: Criterion Channel