A Los Angeles crime saga.|Dec. 15, 1995|United States|170 Min.|R
Genre: Action;Crime;Drama;Thriller
Description: “Heat,” a 1995 film, tells the gripping story of Neil McCauley, a skilled thief operating in Los Angeles. Alongside his team—Chris Shiherlis, Michael Cheritto, Trejo, and newcomer Waingro—McCauley successfully robs $1.6 million in bearer bonds from an armored car. However, the heist takes a dark turn when Waingro impulsively kills a guard, escalating the situation. McCauley, angered by the unnecessary violence, orders the elimination of the remaining guards to avoid leaving witnesses. The crew attempts to kill Waingro for his recklessness, but their plan is interrupted by a passing police cruiser, allowing him to escape.
The robbery draws the attention of LAPD Lieutenant Vincent Hanna, who leads the investigation. Hanna, dedicated to his work, struggles with personal challenges, including a strained marriage and difficulties connecting with his troubled stepdaughter, Lauren. Meanwhile, McCauley begins a relationship with Eady, a graphic designer, despite his philosophy of avoiding anything he “cannot leave behind in thirty seconds.”
After the robbery, McCauley’s fence, Nate, suggests selling the stolen bonds back to their original owner, Roger Van Zant, a money launderer who could profit from the insurance claim. Van Zant agrees but secretly plans to ambush McCauley during the exchange. Anticipating a trap, McCauley and his crew counter-ambush and kill Van Zant’s hitmen, vowing to eliminate Van Zant himself.
As the LAPD continues its investigation, an informant links Cheritto to the robbery, leading Hanna’s team to monitor the crew. They eventually uncover the gang’s next target: a precious metals depository. During the stakeout, a careless officer alerts McCauley, prompting him to abort the heist. Hanna decides to let the crew go to gather more evidence rather than arrest them on minor charges. Simultaneously, Waingro’s violent tendencies come to light as forensic evidence connects him to a series of murders, revealing his identity as a serial killer.
Cast director: Michael Mann
Cast actor: Al Pacino, Robert De Niro, Val Kilmer, Jon Voight, Tom Sizemore, Diane Venora, Amy Brenneman, Ashley Judd, Mykelti Williamson, Natalie Portman
Original name: Heat