Confidence

Jake Vig is a polished con man who lives by charm and calculation. He and his crew pull off a sweeping scam against Lionel Dolby, a seemingly ordinary target who turns out to be the accountant for the feared crime lord Winston King. The payout looks sweet at first, but the debt quickly grows when the boss notices the loss. Now Jake and his teammates must keep one step ahead of both King's enforcers and the police, all while wondering who among them can be trusted. As the stakes rise, clever twists, fast talking, and a web of shifting loyalties push the crew toward a tense, tight edge of your seat chess game where survival depends on wit, not bravado.

Directed by James Foley and released in 2003, Confidence comes from an original screenplay by Doug Jung. The film pairs a sharp ensemble cast with a stylish, fast paced heist atmosphere, anchored by Burns, Weisz, Garcia, Giamatti, and Chestnut indeed.

With a budget around 15 million, Confidence grossed about 23 million worldwide, a modest but solid result for a mid range crime thriller. The film found audiences in limited release and home viewing with a small but loyal following.

Critics gave Confidence a mixed reception, praising the ensemble performances led by Burns and Weisz and the film's crisp dialogue. Some reviewers felt the tonal shifts between comedy and thriller undercut the stakes, but the movie is still seen as a stylish caper that hints at trust and ambition.

While Confidence did not become a lasting cultural touchstone, it stands out for its brisk pacing and the chemistry among its cast. Fans of mid career crime capers still mention its sharp banter and stylish 2000s vibe as a pleasant throwback. Its clever setup rewards careful watching and slow reveals.