Review of Pickpocket (1959) by Blake L — 20 Aug 2008
Bresson presents a theif who just can't help himself, he has to steal. Because the director is interested in the subtleties of gesture and expression, the action uniquely understated yet all the more intense.
According to Paul Schrader's intro, this film inspired his screenplay for Taxi Driver.
This review of Pickpocket (1959) was written by Blake L on 20 Aug 2008.
Pickpocket has generally received very positive reviews.
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