
Hold-up
1985 • Comedy, Crime
Dressed as a clown, the clever rascal Grimm holds up the most secure bank of Montreal and takes 30 hostages. While confusing and ridiculing the police with his strange behavior, he calmly manages to rid the bank of a fortune. But then an unsatisfied companion arouses trouble...
Runtime: 1h 54m
If you're intrigued by the comedic chaos of a bank robbery gone wrong, immerse yourself in the pages of 'Quick Change' by Jay Cronley. The novel offers a richly woven tapestry of nuanced humor and intricate plot twists that go beyond what a film can capture. With every chapter, Cronley masterfully builds suspense while delivering laugh-out-loud moments, allowing you to savor the unpredictability of each character's next move.
Reading 'Quick Change' provides a deeper connection to the motivations and backgrounds of the characters, something that time constraints in film adaptations often gloss over. You'll find yourself rooting for the unconventional protagonists as their detailed escapades unfold in vivid detail. Each scene in the novel offers an experience that's both thrilling and insightful, making it a truly captivating read that surpasses the film version.
Hold-up inspired from
Quick Change
by Jay Cronley