The Love Thief

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The Love Thief, is a 1977 Egyptian movie. with a runtime of 99 minutes.

Overview

The Love Thief is an Egyptian romantic comedy built around an unlikely hero: Mamoun, a bank employee afflicted with kleptomania who cannot resist lifting valuables wherever he goes. At a glamorous party hosted by wealthy businessman Naguib, he attempts to steal a precious necklace — and in the process encounters Sonia, his intended target, who turns out to be an undercover informant working with police to bring down a dangerous criminal gang. Romance and intrigue collide as Mamoun finds himself caught between his compulsion, the law, and an unexpected attraction in this light-hearted crime comedy.

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