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The Life and Crimes of Doris Payne

  • 20132013
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  • 1h 14m
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7.2/10
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The Life and Crimes of Doris Payne (2013)
A sensational portrait of a rebel who defied society's prejudices and pinched her own version of the American Dream, The Life and Crimes of Doris Payne relates the fascinating story of how a poor, single, African-American mother from segregated West Virginia became the world's most notorious jewel thief.
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Tells the real life story of an 80 year old international jewel thief. Features interviews with Doris Payne, her daughter and son, her childhood best friend and law enforcement officers. Dor... Read allTells the real life story of an 80 year old international jewel thief. Features interviews with Doris Payne, her daughter and son, her childhood best friend and law enforcement officers. Doris tells stories that include a daring escape, how she used "sleight of hand", and the fir... Read allTells the real life story of an 80 year old international jewel thief. Features interviews with Doris Payne, her daughter and son, her childhood best friend and law enforcement officers. Doris tells stories that include a daring escape, how she used "sleight of hand", and the first time she "took" a piece of jewelry at the age of 10. As the movie begins we see Doris d... Read all
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  • Directors
    • Kirk Marcolina
    • Matthew Pond
  • Stars
    • Eunetta T. Boone
    • Jean Herbert
    • Thomas Jacques
  • Directors
    • Kirk Marcolina
    • Matthew Pond
  • Stars
    • Eunetta T. Boone
    • Jean Herbert
    • Thomas Jacques
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    • 1User review
    • 12Critic reviews
    • 62Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 3 wins

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    Eunetta T. Boone
    • Self - Screenwriter: Who Is Doris Payne?
    Jean Herbert
    • Self - Doris' Longtime Friend
    Thomas Jacques
    • Self - San Diego Police Detective
    • (as Detective Thomas Jacques)
    Alfredo J. Molina
    • Self - Owner: Black, Starr & Frost
    • (as Alfred Molina)
    Doris Payne
    • Self - Jewel Thief
    Ronnie Payne
    • Self - Doris' Son
    Donna Swayne
    • Self - Doris' Daughter
    • (as Donna S.)
    Lupe Valencia
    • Self
    Gretchen von Helms
    • Self - Doris' Attorney
    Richard Yarborough
    • Self - UCLA English Professor
    Daniella Flanagan
    Daniella Flanagan
    • 1970s Doris (recreation)
    Izabella St. James
    Izabella St. James
    • Patient (recreation)
    Brehanna Maxwell
    • Young Doris (recreation)
    Marshanna Maxwell
    • Friend (recreation)
    Frank A. Brown
    • Self - Judge
    Debra Bryce
    • Self - Trial Witness
    Raju Mehta
    • Self - Jeweler
    Kristie Nikoletich
    • Self - Deputy District Attorney
    • Directors
      • Kirk Marcolina
      • Matthew Pond
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    8/10
    Funny, interesting, definitely worth the watch
    I had the pleasure of watching this film and Toronto's HotDocs festival, and I can say that there are few documentary films out there that can compete with this. We get a glimpse into the life of Doris Payne, a senior citizen with a past (and present) career as a jewel thief. She is one of the most infamous thieves out there, and her very presence in a shop will set off security staff. You may have even seen her in the news.

    We follow Doris as she prepares to go on trial. We hear from friends and members of her family. We also watch drama unfold in front of the camera, as Doris' lies begin to catch up on her. A strong point of the film is when we get to hear anecdotes from the past. This lady has an interesting story to tell! It's no surprise that a narrative film about her is in the works.

    What makes this film so fantastic is that while the filmmakers present us with many aspects of Doris' character which may contribute to our understanding of her actions, the audience is left to consider the root of her motives on their own. The viewer is challenged but not guided by preconceived notions.

    It should also be noted that Doris Payne loves the camera, and is very entertaining to watch!
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    • Dec 12, 2013

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    • Release date
      • August 11, 2015 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Βίος κι εγκλήματα της Ντόρις Πέιν
    • Production company
      • Treehouse Moving Images
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 14 minutes
    • Color
      • Black and White
    • Aspect ratio
      • 16:9 HD

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