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The Light Touch (1951)

“If she knew what he was, she'd never given him her youth and innocence!”

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Plot

In the enigmatic world of art theft, cunning conmen Sam and Felix navigate the delicate dance of deception. Sam, a master manipulator and thief, has just absconded with a priceless religious painting from an Italian museum. In a twist of betrayal, he dupes Felix into believing the artwork was tragically lost in a boating accident. His plan? To multiply his profits by selling meticulously crafted reproductions while secretly peddling the original. To bring this audacious scheme to life, they enlist the aid of Anna, an artist as innocent and beautiful as she is talented. As Sam spins a web of deceit around the unsuspecting artist, he finds himself drawn in by her charm, leading to a whirlwind marriage and a honeymoon in the picturesque landscape of Sicily. But paradise is short-lived as Anna stumbles upon Sam's dark secret, her disappointment leaving a bitter taste. Meanwhile, Felix, not easily fooled, grows suspicious and embarks on a relentless quest to unearth the original painting. As the tension escalates, the police and an eager buyer close in, waiting in the shadows for Sam's web of lies to unravel. The Light Touch is a tantalizing tale of deception, betrayal and high-stakes art theft, set against the alluring backdrop of Italy. It's a suspenseful journey that will keep you guessing until the very end.

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The Light Touch is a crime movie featuring Pier Angeli and directed by Richard Brooks.

The Light Touch is currently streaming on DIRECTV.