Klepto
Synopsis
Emily Brown is a kleptomaniac with a penchant for watches. She shoplifts and has an apartment full of things she doesn't need. Nick Ruiz is a department store loss prevention specialist who dislikes his job. He needs some fast cash to start his own private security business. One day Emily enters a department store and her compulsion to steal sets her in motion. Nick catches her on tape and instead of arresting her, he becomes intrigued and pursues her. After the two have become involved, Nick forces Emily to use her unique talent to bail him out of a bad situation. The outcome results in a climactic turn of events where justice plays its hand.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Klepto Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2008-07-07
Top Cast
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Meredith Bishop
Emily
Jsu Garcia
Nick
Leigh Taylor-Young
Teresa
Henry Czerny
Ivan
Michael Nouri
Dr. Cohn
Michael Irby
Marco
Kirk B.R. Woller
Jeffries
Michael E. Rodgers
Sandy Hauser
Mark Chaet
Pharmacist
Kansas Bowling
Nick's Daughter
Hannah Castelluccio
Female Voice
Teala Davies
Shoplifter
Jeff Garvin
Jimmy, the Store Clerk
Edward W. Gately
Voice of Zytrexor
D.J. Harner
Banker
Al Israel
Watch Salesman
Igor Jijikine
Thug #1
Grace Korkunis
Young Emily
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 5, 2003
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Thomas Trail
- Screenplay & Story
- Ethan Gross, Thomas Trail
- Original Score
- David deLaski
- Original Title
- Klepto
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 21m
- Production Studios
- Nucleus Films Ltd
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Thomas Trail
Ethan Gross, Thomas Trail
David deLaski
Thomas Trail
Mark Ean
Department Leadership Roster
Thomas Trail
Director
Ethan Gross
Writer
Thomas Trail
Writer
Mark Ean
Producer
David deLaski
Original Music Composer
Thomas Trail
Editor
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Klepto
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What is Klepto about?
Emily Brown is a kleptomaniac with a penchant for watches. She shoplifts and has an apartment full of things she doesn't need. Nick Ruiz is a department store loss prevention specialist who dislikes his job. He needs some fast cash to start his own private security business. One day Emily enters a department store and her compulsion to steal sets her in motion. Nick catches her on tape and instead of arresting her, he becomes intrigued and pursues her. After the two have become involved, Nick forces Emily to use her unique talent to bail him out of a bad situation. The outcome results in a climactic turn of events where justice plays its hand.
Who directed Klepto?
Klepto was directed by Thomas Trail.
Who stars in Klepto?
The principal cast of Klepto includes Meredith Bishop, Jsu Garcia, Leigh Taylor-Young, Henry Czerny, Michael Nouri.
When was Klepto released and how long is it?
Klepto was released in 2003 with a total runtime of 1h 21m.
Who composed the musical score for Klepto?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Klepto was composed by David deLaski.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Klepto?
Klepto holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).