In this curious comedy from 1962, we follow the misadventures of a group of thieves who, tired of their criminal lives, decide to join a unique support group in an effort to leave crime behind. The setting is a secret club where members gather to share their stories and learn how to live as respectable citizens. However, things are not so simple; old habits are hard to break, and the allure of crime is always lurking.
Among the group’s members is a master of disguise who has a special talent for getting into trouble, and a charismatic bank robber who feels the pressure of overcoming his addiction to stealing. As they try to rebuild their lives, they become embroiled in a series of comedic misunderstandings and chases, especially when an old crime partner appears on the horizon, threatening to derail their efforts to change.
With clever dialogue and a light-hearted style, the film explores themes of redemption, friendship, and the internal struggle between right and wrong. The chemistry between the characters and their hilarious attempts to break free from their thieving past guarantee laughter throughout the story. With an unexpected ending, this tale of second chances pushes us to question how far we are willing to go to leave our former lives behind and reinvent ourselves.