Summary: Stealing Harvard is a 2002 American comedy film directed by Bruce McCulloch. The movie follows John Plummer, a hardworking man who has saved up enough money to pay for his niece's college tuition at Harvard University. However, when his sister's former boyfriend shows up and demands the money, John is forced to resort to a life of crime in order to come up with the funds. The film explores the lengths a person will go to in order to fulfill a promise and the comedic mishaps that ensue along the way.
Why Watch:
🤓 Students and young adults: This movie offers a lighthearted and relatable perspective on the financial challenges of affording higher education, which many students and young adults can empathize with.
🤑 Fans of heist/crime comedies: With its premise of a man turning to petty theft to fund his niece's college tuition, Stealing Harvard provides an entertaining and humorous take on the classic heist genre.
🤗 Viewers seeking feel-good family stories: The film's focus on the bond between John and his niece, and the lengths he goes to support her dreams, makes it an uplifting and heartwarming watch for those who enjoy family-oriented comedies.