Thief Movie Barcode
1981 · dir. Michael Mann · 96 min · 2.39:1 · crime
Amber / Blue palette · Very dark · 334 stripes
This movie barcode compresses all 96 minutes of Thief into a single image: every shot is averaged to one colour and laid down as a vertical stripe, left to right, opening frame to end credits. Directed by Michael Mann in 1981 and framed at 2.39:1, the crime palette shows up as bands of colour you can read at a glance.
About this filmv
A professional safecracker tries to leave his life of crime behind to start a family. The film explores themes of isolation and the harsh reality of the criminal world. It features a cool blue and neon-lit look that reflects the late-night city streets.
Key colours
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Film details
- Release year
- 1981
- Director
- Michael Mann
- Runtime
- 96 min
- Aspect ratio
- 2.39:1
- Average shot
- 4.9s
- Genre
- crime
Categories
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