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The Bling Ring

Ok. So I've waited a long time for this film to come out.


The Bling Ring, directed by Sofia Coppola (Lost In Translation, The Virgin Suicides), is a story inspired by true events, telling a tale of a group of fame hungry/obsessed/passionate teenagers who use the internet to find the whereabouts of local San Fernando Valley/Calabasas, California celebrities and use this information to rob their homes whilst they are away.

First shown at the coveted Cannes Film Festival this year, the film, starring Emma Watson, tells of the spree a group of arrogant, ballsy and fame hungry teenagers in 2009, who are willing to throw their inhibitions, fear and morals in the bin in order to pursue a life of celebrity style and luxury. The film is set to be a hit when it roles out to cinema's worldwide later this month.


I remember when these robberies were happening, all over the glossies and interwebs people would be writing about them. Victims of the criminal shopping spree included Paris Hilton (who cameo's in the film), Lindsay Lohan, Megan Fox, Rachel Bilson, Audrina Patridge and Miranda Kerr. The group stole almost $3million worth of designer gear!

The cleverly titled original article, written by Vanity Fair, 'The Suspects Wore Louboutins' reveals an in-depth and candid account of the group in action. A real interesting read.

As for me, I think I'll stick to trying to get the attention of the celebs I stalk with the odd tweet!