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The Sheep Thief (1997) : distribution, intrigue et streaming

1997 · Film · ★ 5.1

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Released in 1997, The Sheep Thief is a drame film directed by Asif Kapadia, running about 24 minutes.

What it’s about. A young boy gets caught stealing a sheep and is shaved of all his hair and branded with a mark on his forehead so that everyone will know that he is a thief and not to be trusted. Dumped in the desert, the thief covers his marking with a headscarf and goes to the nearest village where he is taken in by a trusting family in return for his work. However, has be actually changed or is he still the same thief at heart?

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Sheep Thief has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Sheep Thief page.

If you liked it. Fans of The Sheep Thief tend to enjoy Les Évadés, Le Parrain, La Liste de Schindler and Le Parrain, 2e partie.

Questions fréquentes

Where can I watch The Sheep Thief (1997)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Sheep Thief change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is The Sheep Thief worth watching?
The Sheep Thief holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drame. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
When was The Sheep Thief released?
The Sheep Thief was released in 1997, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.