"Thief"
" But the film's big acting surprise is the performance by Robert Prosky as Leo. In addition to the film's nighttime photography, it is the character of Leo who gives "Thief" much of its power and realism. Leo is a godfather without the violins and fancy weddings. Leo is the kind of guy who uses a
cattle prod on a stoolie's wife. A very scary man. "
- Chicago Tribune, Friday March 27, 1981
"Especially sharp is the threatening dialogue rendered by the head of a highly organized gang of highline thieves. The role, portrayed by Robert Prosky, offers a chilly example of sinister power masked by the false face of benevolence. Prosky lends indelible support to the film's better moments because he portrays the character of Leo with affable malevolence and his
velvet gloved control is ultimately a terrifying revelation."
-The Daily Record, Tuesday March 31, 1981