Ben Affleck's Unbelievable Heist Thriller Claims Flawless Score from Bank Robbery Expert
The Town, a 2010 heist thriller directed by Ben Affleck, is hailed as the pinnacle of his directorial career With its gripping storyline and intense performances, this film captivates audiences, solidifying Affleck's reputation as a skilled filmmaker
Summary
Former bank robber Cain Vincent Dyer praises Ben Affleck's heist movie "The Town," calling it "absolutely on point" when it comes to realistic robbery details.
Dyer praises the film's accurate portrayal of bank robber techniques, including the use of a police scanner and changing getaway vehicles after the robbery. "The Town" is widely regarded as a pinnacle in Affleck's directing career, showcasing impressive performances, capturing the true spirit of Boston, and delivering tense heist sequences.
A real-life bank robber highly praises Ben Affleck's heist film The Town for its realism. Released in 2010, The Town stars Affleck as a member of a bank robbing crew who forms a romantic relationship with a past victim while planning an audacious heist at Boston's Fenway Park. With an impressive supporting cast including Blake Lively, Jeremy Renner, Rebecca Hall, Jon Hamm, and Chris Cooper, The Town received widespread acclaim from critics, evident in its 92% rating on Rotten Tomatoes.
While Affleck's The Town features outstanding performances from its talented cast, it also impresses with its thrilling and authentic heist scenes. Surprisingly, the film's robbery sequences are deemed remarkably realistic by an expert in the field. In a video for Insider, former bank robber Cain Vincent Dyer analyzes The Town and describes it as accurately depicting the intricate details of a robbery. Dyer commends the movie for accurately portraying common tricks used by real-life bank robbers, such as utilizing a police scanner and changing getaway vehicles after the heist. Watch Dyer's comments in the following space (around :31 of the video).
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Truck robberies are quite common and there was one in Los Angeles last week. The reported stolen amount was initially $30,000 but upon review, it turned out to be $15,000, which is relatively small considering it was an armored car. This is because armored cars carry the money for banks, making the risk much higher. The security guards in these trucks are trained to defend the money and will shoot back if necessary. It's a different situation compared to a bank robbery where they may just let you have the money and want you to leave.
I used police scanners in many of my bank heists to monitor the police activity in the area. This allowed me to know when they would arrive and how much time I had left inside. So, having access to police scanners is definitely something that a gang of that caliber would possess.
We observe a common pattern - they change vehicles after the robbery, a practice that is extremely prevalent. It is highly likely that all the cars they employ are stolen, right? Instead of resorting to car theft, my approach would involve locating a similar make and model of the vehicle I possess, and extracting the license plate from an identical car. There are numerous individuals within the crew who possess this particular skill set. You must acknowledge and give credit to The Town for their tactical mastery.
The Town Is The Peak Of Affleck’s Directorial Career
Known for his roles in movies like Good Will Hunting, Armageddon, The Sum of All Fears, and Daredevil, Affleck ventured into directing with his first film Gone Baby Gone in 2007. This thriller received critical acclaim and marked the beginning of an impressive directing career for Affleck. He followed up with The Town in 2010, a gritty drama set in Boston, which further solidified his reputation as a director. His true-life drama Argo, released in 2012, not only garnered critical praise but also won the prestigious Oscar for Best Picture.
Despite his successes, Affleck experienced a setback with his subsequent film Live By Night, which received negative reviews and failed to perform well at the box office. As a result, he took a break from directing until 2023 when he made a comeback with the film Air. This movie was well-received by critics and currently holds an impressive 93% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, putting Affleck back in the good graces of the film industry.
The film Argo may have received an Oscar, but The Town is currently held in higher regard and is considered the pinnacle of Affleck's career as a director. Not only is it a gripping thriller with impressive performances, but it also effectively captures the essence of Boston, surpassing most films set in the city. The validation from robbery expert Dyer now confirms that the intense heist scenes depicted in The Town accurately depict the tactics employed by actual thieves.
