Make Like a Thief

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Make Like a Thief
Directed by Åke Lindman
Palmer Thompson
Richard Long (uncredited)
Written byPalmer Thompson
Starring Richard Long
Release date
  • 1964 (1964)
CountriesFinland
US
LanguageEnglish

Make Like a Thief is a 1964 Finnish-American film.

Production

The film was a Finnish-US co production. Long said he made the film because it was a job, and it gave him the chance to direct and see Finland. [1]

Contents

It was filmed during a strike by Finnish filmmakers; the producers received a special dispensation to make the movie. [1]

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References

  1. 1 2 Alpert, D. (Oct 11, 1964). "Finland: Long and short of it". Los Angeles Times. ProQuest   155031543.