Review of The Italian Job (1969) by Ma'ark T — 17 May 2013

A group of British criminals travel to Italy to pull off the biggest caper ever.

Here we have what can only be classed as one of the classic British movies of all time. Upon it's release in the late 60's, with it's fantastic story-line, inspired casting and amazing production values, this movie was always destined for greatness, There is not much more I can add that hasn't already been said in countless reviews, articles and retrospectives, but as a piece of viewing pleasure this presses all the right buttons. The story never grows dull, the mix of action and comedy is perfectly handled. The casting choices are inspired and THAT line uttered by Michael Caine has now become the stuff of legend, and if you haven't mimicked it at some point, I am sure you know someone who has. But for this reviewer, the casting of Noel Coward as Mr Bridger is a work of pure genius. As I have said before, this movie is a complete classic, and if you have been living in a cave for most of your life and have never seen it, then I strongly suggest that you chastise yourself and then rush out and obtain it on blu-ray immediately.