The Heist of the Century
A vibrant caper where crime becomes high art. Amidst the rain-slicked streets of Buenos Aires, a mastermind and a showman orchestrate a symphony of deception, replacing bullets with plastic and violence with wit in a heist that feels like a magic trick.
The Heist of the Century
The Heist of the Century

El robo del siglo

"The Story Of The Theft That Made History"

16 January 2020 Argentina 114 min ⭐ 7.7 (831)
Director: Ariel Winograd
Cast: Guillermo Francella, Diego Peretti, Luis Luque, Pablo Rago, Rafael Ferro
Crime Thriller Comedy
The Art of Crime Perception vs. Reality Betrayal and Human Flaws
Box Office: $7,627,100

The Heist of the Century - Characters & Cast

Character Analysis

Fernando Araujo

Diego Peretti

Archetype: The Mastermind / The Artist
Key Trait: Eccentric Visionary

Motivation

To create a work of art that transcends the definition of crime; to pull off the "perfect" non-violent robbery.

Character Arc

Starts as an eccentric marijuana-smoking artist seeking a purpose. He evolves into a meticulous leader who treats the heist as his magnum opus, finding validation not in the money but in the successful execution of his vision.

Mario Vitette Sellanes

Guillermo Francella

Archetype: The Face / The Charmer
Key Trait: Theatrical Charisma

Motivation

The thrill of the game and the financial payout to fund his lifestyle and daughter's future.

Character Arc

A seasoned career criminal who initially doubts Araujo's wild plan but becomes its executioner. He finds joy in the performance, acting as the bridge between the criminals and the outside world.

Sebastián "El Marciano" (The Martian)

Pablo Rago

Archetype: The Engineer
Key Trait: Technical Genius

Motivation

The technical challenge and loyalty to his friend Araujo.

Character Arc

The pragmatic technician who grounds Araujo's lofty ideas in reality. He builds the dam and the tools necessary to breach the bank from below.

Miguel Sileo

Luis Luque

Archetype: The Antagonist / The Negotiator
Key Trait: Professionalism

Motivation

To resolve the hostage situation peacefully and catch the criminals.

Character Arc

A competent police negotiator who is ultimately outplayed. He represents the "system" that is tricked by the thieves' theatrical performance.

Cast

Guillermo Francella as Mario Vitette
Diego Peretti as Fernando Araujo
Luis Luque as Miguel Sileo
Pablo Rago as "El Marciano"
Rafael Ferro as Alberto de la Torre "Beto"
Mariano Argento as "El Doc" Debauza
Juan Alari as "El Gaita"
Fabián Arenillas as Capitán
Darío Levy as Jefe de Policía
Magela Zanotta as "La Turca"
Johanna Francella as Lucía
Luz Palazón as Jefa Operativa Banco
María Marull as Escribana
Mario Alarcón as Fiscal
Paula Grinszpan as Carmen