We watch a movie like 'Heist' for the virtuosity of the execution, for the wit with which Mamet writes his way through the conventions, and the pleasure his actors take in chewing on his dialogue, in all of its repetition, shop talk, and artful profanity.

Captivating David Mamet movie for grownups.

I couldn't believe any of it on any level, though it could be described as 'fun.'

Heist is that rare gem where the crew doesn’t need the money. Mamet’s intricately plotted and deliberate misdirection makes it hard, even after many viewings, to track the sleight of hand.