---
title: "The Burglar"
year: 1972
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-burglar-1972"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 96507
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 4.8
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Burglar (1972) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-burglar-1972

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Burglar is a film first released in 1972. Catalogued under Thriller, Crime, Drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A master safe‑cracker must protect a young woman while plotting revenge against a treacherous stepfather."

### Why Watch
- Intriguing cat‑and‑mouse chase
- Moral ambiguity drives tension
- Atmospheric crime drama

### Caveats & Content Note
- Bleak tone may not suit all viewers
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains crime, imprisonment, and revenge themes, making it appropriate for mature audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: crime, thriller, drama, revenge

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What is Glimmie's profession?
Glimmie is a burglar and master safe‑cracker.

### Q: Who hires Glimmie to find Fanny?
He is approached by the rich stepfather Van Borsen.

### Q: Why does Glimmie decide to protect Fanny?
He suspects Van Borsen's motives and chooses to shield her.

### Q: Who helps Glimmie after his release from prison?
A young cleaning girl named Slofje assists him.

### Q: What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a thriller, crime, and drama.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Burglar — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/96507)
- [The Burglar (1972 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Burglar_(1972_film))
- [The Burglar (1957) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/33843-the-burglar)
- [The Burglar (1928) | ČSFD.cz](https://www.csfd.cz/film/1267-the-burglar/prehled/)
- [The Burglar (1917) - FDb.cz](https://www.fdb.cz/film/190602-the-burglar)
- [The Burglar (1928) | Kinobox.cz](https://www.kinobox.cz/film/366965-the-burglar)

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