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1999

HEIST script

Professional thief Joe Moore executes a jewelry heist with his crew, but crime boss Bergman forces them into a more ambitious gold heist from an airport cargo plane, sending his disruptive nephew Bella to infiltrate the team. Bella attempts to undermine Moore and seduce his wife Fran, creating internal conflict as they successfully execute the complex gold heist. Following the heist, Bergman confronts the crew, leading to a violent shootout where Moore discovers Fran and Bella conspired to double-cross him for the gold. Moore outsmarts them all, having hidden the gold in an old truck, and parts ways with his partner Blane, having secured his fortune.

Writer
David Mamet
IMDb ID (imdb_id)
tt0252503
Script date
March, 1999
47Scenes
8Characters
96Pages
8Dialogue samples

Save the Cat beat sheet

HEIST Save the Cat analysis

A seasoned crew led by Joe Moore plots and executes an initial jewelry heist before setting their sights on a high-stakes gold operation.

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Key characters

Joe Moore

Joe Moore is listed as Professional Thief. A seasoned, meticulous heist planner who values thoroughness and contingency planning. In the parsed data, Joe Moore is connected to 36 scenes, 22 dialogue lines, 22 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.

36 scenes / 22 dialogue lines

Billy Blane

Billy Blane is listed as Thief / Associate. Moore's loyal partner, described as a 'pitbull' in high-pressure situations. In the parsed data, Billy Blane is connected to 25 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.

25 scenes / 8 dialogue lines

Fran

Fran is listed as Moore's Wife / Associate. A clever and resourceful woman who plays a key role in Moore's operations. In the parsed data, Fran is connected to 20 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 34.

20 scenes / 8 dialogue lines

Bella

Bella is listed as Bergman's Nephew / Enforcer. Bergman's ambitious and arrogant nephew who infiltrates Moore's crew. In the parsed data, Bella is connected to 16 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 16.

16 scenes / 3 dialogue lines

Pincus

Pincus is listed as Thief / Associate. A member of Moore's crew, often tasked with logistics and diversions. In the parsed data, Pincus is connected to 13 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 11.

13 scenes / 3 dialogue lines

Bergman

Bergman is listed as Crime Boss / Fence. A powerful and ruthless criminal who funds Moore's operations. In the parsed data, Bergman is connected to 7 scenes, 9 dialogue lines, 9 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.

7 scenes / 9 dialogue lines

Betty Croft

Betty Croft is listed as Airport Security Guard. An airport employee targeted as part of the heist plan. In the parsed data, Betty Croft is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 2 text mentions, first appearing around scene 28.

3 scenes / 1 dialogue lines

Mr. Fletcher

Mr. Fletcher is listed as Wealthy Mark. A wealthy individual targeted by Moore and Fran. In the parsed data, Mr. Fletcher is connected to 3 scenes, first appearing around scene 5.

3 scenes / 0 dialogue lines

Scene outline

  1. 1. EXT. RAILROAD OVERPASS - DAY

    Joe Moore scouts a railroad overpass, makes notations on a map, and prepares for a heist.

    Joe Moore
  2. 2. EXT. COMMERCIAL STREET - DAY

    Moore and Blane discuss the motivation of gold while observing a jewelry store.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  3. 3. INT. FAST-FOOD COFFEESHOP - DAY

    Fran, disguised as a worker, drugs the coffee intended for the jewelry store guard.

    Fran
  4. 4. EXT. JEWELRY STORE - DAY

    The heist team executes the robbery at the jewelry store.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Pincus
  5. 5. EXT. SAILBOAT DECK - DAY

    Fran and Mr. Fletcher sail on a boat.

    Fran, Mr. Fletcher
  6. 6. INT. SHIPYARD - DAY

    Moore and Fran meet Fletcher at the shipyard to discuss the boat.

    Joe Moore, Fran, Mr. Fletcher
  7. 7. INT. BOXING GYM - DAY

    Moore meets Blane at a gym to discuss their next steps.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  8. 8. INT. OFFICE SUITE - DAY

    Moore and Blane confront Bergman about their cut of the heist.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Bergman, Bella
  9. 9. INT. BEDROOM - NIGHT

    Moore and Fran plan their next move.

    Joe Moore, Fran
  10. 10. INT. DELICATESSEN - DAY

    Pincus and Blane discuss the situation while being watched by Bella.

    Billy Blane, Pincus, Bella
  11. 11. INT. Deli - DAY

    Moore's crew discusses their situation in a booth until Bella arrives to lead them out.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Pincus, Bella
  12. 12. EXT. 47th Street, Diamond District - DAY

    Moore meets with Bergman to finalize the heist deal.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Pincus, Bergman, Bella
  13. 13. INT. Smokey Workingman's Bar - NIGHT

    Fran is on a payphone while Bella watches her and takes a photo.

    Fran, Bella
  14. 14. EXT. Railroad Overpass - DAY

    The crew plans the heist, but a police encounter creates tension.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Pincus, Bella
  15. 15. INT. Boat Repair Shop - NIGHT

    The crew prepares equipment and finalizes logistics for the heist.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Fran, Pincus, Bella
  16. 16. EXT. Boatshed - DAY

    Moore and Pincus say goodbye as the crew departs; Moore prepares for his final job.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Pincus, Bella
  17. 17. INT. Boat Cabin - DAY

    Moore and Fran prepare to leave, but Moore insists on getting the money first.

    Joe Moore, Fran
  18. 18. EXT. Marina - DAY

    Moore and Fran walk toward the marina while discussing their past and future.

    Joe Moore, Fran
  19. 19. INT. Living Quarters - DAY

    Fran calls Mr. Fletcher to arrange a cash deal while Moore prepares.

    Joe Moore, Fran, Mr. Fletcher
  20. 20. INT. Boatshed / Machineshop - DAY

    Moore discovers Bella lurking in the machineshop and confronts him.

    Joe Moore, Fran, Bella
  21. 21. INT. Boxing Gym - NIGHT

    Moore meets Blane in a gym to discuss the next move.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Fran
  22. 22. INT. Garage - NIGHT

    The crew gathers in a garage to plan the gold heist.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Fran
  23. 23. INT. Pincus's Kitchen - NIGHT

    The crew finalizes the plan for the gold heist.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Pincus
  24. 24. INT. Bergman's Mansion - NIGHT

    Bergman pressures Fran and Bella regarding Moore's commitment to the job.

    Fran, Bergman, Bella
  25. 25. EXT. Railroad Underpass - NIGHT

    The crew executes the setup for the heist.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Bella
  26. 26. EXT. Airport - DAY

    Moore confronts Mrs. Croft at the airport to initiate the security test.

    Joe Moore, Betty Croft
  27. 27. EXT. Airport Security Gate - DAY

    Moore prepares to infiltrate the airport, using a condom to hide a pistol in his coffee.

    Joe Moore
  28. 28. INT. Security Shed - DAY

    Moore passes through security using a fake badge and his coffee-hidden weapon.

    Joe Moore, Betty Croft
  29. 29. EXT. Airport Drive-through - DAY

    Fran and Pincus coordinate the diversion.

    Fran, Pincus
  30. 30. INT. Security Shed - DAY

    Moore confronts the guard to get the gate code.

    Joe Moore, Betty Croft
  31. 31. INT. Security Shed - DAY

    Moore and Pincus take control of the security shed.

    Joe Moore, Pincus
  32. 32. INT. Cargo Plane Cockpit - DAY

    Moore and Blane hijack the cargo plane.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  33. 33. INT. Parking Garage - DAY

    The crew argues over the plan and Moore's exposure.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Fran, Pincus, Bella
  34. 34. INT. Rental Truck Garage - DAY

    Bella and Fran wait for the truck to be serviced.

    Billy Blane, Fran, Bella
  35. 35. INT. CHEAP HOTEL ROOM - NIGHT

    Moore prepares for his departure, cleaning his wounds and packing his gear.

    Joe Moore
  36. 36. INT. CAB OF THE RENTAL TRUCK - NIGHT

    Bella and Fran argue while driving, leading to a crash.

    Billy Blane, Fran
  37. 37. INT. DINER - NIGHT

    Fran seeks help at a diner while Bella follows.

    Billy Blane, Fran
  38. 38. INT. AIRPORT CARGO AREA - DAY

    Moore and Blane successfully retrieve the gold.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  39. 39. EXT. CITY RESIDENTIAL STREET - DAY

    Pincus is intercepted by Bergman.

    Pincus, Bergman
  40. 40. INT. SHIPYARD SHED - DAY

    Moore and Blane process the gold.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  41. 41. INT. GARAGE - DAY

    Bergman interrogates Pincus.

    Pincus, Bergman, Bella
  42. 42. EXT. PIER - DAY

    The final confrontation between Moore, Fran, and Bergman.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Fran, Bergman, Bella
  43. 43. EXT. PIER - DAY

    Bergman confronts Moore about the gold, leading to a shootout where Blane saves Moore.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane, Bergman
  44. 44. INT. INDUSTRIAL DINER - DAY

    Moore and Blane meet at a diner to discuss their future.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  45. 45. EXT. INDUSTRIAL AREA - DAY

    Moore and Blane walk through the industrial area, discussing their plans and parting ways.

    Joe Moore, Billy Blane
  46. 46. INT. GARAGE - DAY

    Moore prepares to leave, but is confronted by Fran and Bella.

    Joe Moore, Fran, Bella
  47. 47. INT. GARAGE - DAY

    Moore discovers the gold hidden in the old truck.

    Joe Moore

Dialogue examples

Two... why must you, oh, God, why in the world must you, why in the hell, a guy like you, would you put me in a position... Aahh, the Hell with it, life is too short, you know what? Fuck you...

Bergman / Scene 43

I'm the "help," motherfucker? You were sitting behind a desk, we were on the street, it seems to me.

Billy Blane / Scene 8

The thing of it is, the thing of it is, it's a question of redistribution...

Pincus / Scene 15

Well. They don't always leave with the Ones they came In with.

Bella / Scene 46

Soon as we get the money. Call the guy. Get us the money...

Joe Moore / Scene 17

...the date holds, you got the shipment on the fourteenth.

Bergman / Scene 12

...b'cause, b'cause I've spent my cut, the last thing...

Pincus / Scene 11

Hey, you can't worry about every little thing...

Joe Moore / Scene 44

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