Friday, December 30, 2011

The Robber (2010)

This Austrian film is loosely based on the true story of Johann Kastenberger, a marathon runner and bank robber. It starts off just as Johann (played by Andreas Lust) is released from prison after serving a seven year sentence for robbery. Upon discharge, he starts a relationship with Erika (Franziska Weisz), an old family friend. Being a highly trained athlete, Johann enters and wins several marathons becoming a bit of a celebrity. Unknown to everyone though, he continues to hold-up banks all over Vienna. 

Available: Netflix, Amazon

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