Movielogr
The Robber (2010)
Directed by Benjamin Heisenberg
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A champion marathoner leads a double life as a serial bank robber, sprinting between fixes (and away from police cavalcades) as many as three times a day.
Length 96 minutes
Actors
Andreas Lust | Michael Welz | Franziska Weisz | Florian Wotruba | Johann Bednar | Markus Schleinzer | Peter Vilnai | Max Edelbacher
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/02/2011 | TV | Streaming | Video on Demand | 8 stars |
| (Average) 8 stars |
Viewing Notes
A really well done Austrian film based on the true story of a marathon runner who also compulsively robbed banks.
There’s a lot to like here, including the fact that the director doesn’t try to moralize or judge the protagonist.
The lead, Andreas Lust, was also in Revanche (on my to-watch list!) and had a bit part on Munich as well. Definitely one to watch. Another person to watch would be actress Franziska Weisz, who plays Erika, the protagonist’s girlfriend. She oozes raw, earthy sensuality in The Runner and backs it up with some fine acting. I’ll definitely make a point of tracking down more of her movies.
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