The Thief
Originally released in 1956. The Thief is a romance film. directed by K. M. Basker.
Starring Yusof Latiff, Siput Sarawak, and S. Kadarisman
Synopsis
Jamilah, a singer of a traveling troupe is a strong-minded woman who has no desire for marriage. Umar, a poverty-stricken man, trespasses her room one night with the intention to steal. Unable to escape in time when Jamilah and her colleague Ismail return home, Umar pretends to be Jamilah’s estranged husband, much to her bewilderment. Umar confesses his dire circumstances to Jamilah, and she takes pity on him. A romantic friendship develops between the titular penchuri (thief) and the film’s heroine.
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Production Details
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- Released
- Original Language
- MS
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Thief about?
Jamilah, a singer of a traveling troupe is a strong-minded woman who has no desire for marriage. Umar, a poverty-stricken man, trespasses her room one night with the intention to steal. Unable to e...
Who directed The Thief?
The Thief was directed by K. M. Basker.
How long is The Thief?
The Thief has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).
When was The Thief released?
The Thief was released on March 29, 1956 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Thief?
The main cast of The Thief includes Yusof Latiff, Siput Sarawak, S. Kadarisman.