Ben je fan van de romantische komedie 'Liebe auf der Flucht' uit 1979 en op zoek naar soortgelijke films of series? Dan zit je hier goed! In dit artikel ontdek je 10 titels die dezelfde magie van vluchtige liefde, humor en avontuur combineren. Perfect voor wie houdt van verhalen vol hartverwarmende momenten en onverwachte wendingen.

The Lavender Hill Mob (1951)
Beschreibung: A witty British comedy about a meticulous bank clerk who plans the perfect gold heist, blending humor with crime.
Fakt: The film's famous Eiffel Tower chase scene was shot without permission. It was Alec Guinness's first major comedic role.


To Catch a Thief (1955)
Beschreibung: A suave, romantic thriller set in the French Riviera, focusing on a retired thief and a series of high-profile robberies.
Fakt: The film's famous fireworks scene was shot in one take. Cary Grant did many of his own stunts, including climbing the rooftops.


Ocean's Eleven (1960)
Beschreibung: A glamorous ensemble heist film set in Las Vegas, featuring a charismatic leader and a daring casino robbery.
Fakt: The Rat Pack (Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, etc.) performed their nightclub acts during the day and filmed at night. The film's original ending was much darker.


Charade (1963)
Beschreibung: A mix of romance, mystery, and comedy, featuring a whirlwind plot with twists and a glamorous European backdrop.
Fakt: Often referred to as 'the best Hitchcock movie Hitchcock never made.' The film's score was composed by Henry Mancini, who also wrote the theme for 'The Pink Panther.'


The Pink Panther (1963)
Beschreibung: A comedic caper with a bumbling detective and a charming thief, set against a backdrop of luxury and intrigue.
Fakt: The animated Pink Panther in the opening credits became so popular it spawned its own series. The film was originally intended to be a serious thriller.


How to Steal a Million (1966)
Beschreibung: A lighthearted heist film with a romantic subplot, featuring art forgery and high-stakes theft in Paris.
Fakt: Audrey Hepburn's character was originally written for a much younger actress. The film's climax involves a real-life museum heist.


The Thomas Crown Affair (1968)
Beschreibung: A sophisticated heist film with a charismatic protagonist, blending romance and crime in a stylish, high-society setting.
Fakt: The chess scene between Steve McQueen and Faye Dunaway was improvised and became iconic. The film's split-screen technique was innovative for its time.


The Italian Job (1969)
Beschreibung: A stylish heist film with a focus on teamwork and elaborate planning, set in Italy with a memorable car chase.
Fakt: The Mini Coopers used in the film became iconic, boosting the car's popularity. The cliffhanger ending was intentional and left open for a sequel.


The Anderson Tapes (1971)
Beschreibung: A high-tech heist thriller with surveillance themes and a tense, modern approach to crime storytelling.
Fakt: One of the first films to explore the concept of pervasive surveillance. The movie's electronic score was groundbreaking for its time.


The Sting (1973)
Beschreibung: A clever, twist-filled con artist story with a period setting and a focus on camaraderie and revenge.
Fakt: The film's ragtime soundtrack, composed by Marvin Hamlisch, revived interest in Scott Joplin's music. It won seven Academy Awards, including Best Picture.
