In 1978 William Friedkin directed The Brinks Job. The movie was based on the 1950 armed robbery of the Brinks Building in which almost $3 million was stolen. Where did the robbery take place?
- New York City, NY
- Boston, MA
- Pittsburgh, PA
- Baltimore, MD
Answer
The correct answer is B) Boston, MA.
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