A confidence man, logically enough, attempts to gain the confidence of naive people and part them from their money, or at least play them for a fool long enough to get what he wants, that is, to pull off
The Con. In Hollywood, he puts together the team, most often semi-trustworthy folks that he's worked with before, formulates the plan, sets up rehearsals, and usually tells
The Tale.
See also
Short Con. Do not confuse with
The Old Con.
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