The Town (2010)

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Heat
Heat (1995)1
 Thief
Thief (1981)2
 The Departed
The Departed (2006)3
 Inside Man
Inside Man (2006)4
 Carlito's Way
Carlito's Way (1993)5

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  1. Heat (1995)
    "Directed by Ben Affleck, *The Town* shares several similarities with *Heat*, including its focus on professional criminals and the law enforcement officers pursuing them. The film's structure and character dynamics have been compared to those in *Heat*." Celebrating the Heirs and Imitators of Michael Mann’s “Heat” CrimeReads
  2. Thief (1981)
    "Directed by Ben Affleck, *The Town* shares thematic similarities with *Thief*, particularly in its portrayal of a professional thief seeking a way out of his criminal life. The film's detailed heist sequences and character development reflect Mann's influence." To Understand the Modern Crime Thriller, Watch Michael Mann’s Thief Bilge Ebiri Vulture
  3. The Departed (2006)
    "Directed by Ben Affleck, this film explores the lives of Boston bank robbers and the law enforcement officers pursuing them. The movie's setting and themes of crime and betrayal echo those in "The Departed."" 7 Movies Like The Departed Flixlatino Team Flixlatino
  4. Inside Man (2006)
    "Directed by Ben Affleck, this film explores the lives of bank robbers in Boston, showcasing intricate heist planning and execution similar to "Inside Man."" Equityatlas source
  5. Carlito's Way (1993)
    "Directed by Ben Affleck, this film delves into the struggles of criminals attempting to leave their illicit lives behind, mirroring Carlito Brigante's journey." Cinemathread source