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Why do Casino Scenes Remain Sources of Great Drama?Gambling is an intense activity with pending uncertainty in almost every move you make. Some casino games are based on pure randomness and luck, while others require in-depth knowledge and tactics. What makes a great gambling movieMost notable examples are blackjack and poker, where knowledgeable players can win around the table if they play a consistent game. In addition, casino scenes are the source of conflict, drama, and controversy because of the characters that play the game, their relations with the lady luck, and other players. Each step of the gambling experience has its own unique features, and no wonder unforgettable poker and gambling movies are constantly filmed with great success. Some of the best other movies capture the intensity and plots surrounding casino players and gambling. RoundersThis 90s movie became a cult classic after the poker boom of the 2000s. It revolves around high-stake poker tournaments, and a star-studded crew of Matt Damon, Edward Norton, and John Malkovich perfectly present the world of underground gambling. On top of the dealings around the poker table, Rounders adds suspense of crime, repaying debts, and a love story of profound poker player Matt Damon and his spouse, who objects to his return to the game. Mississippi GrindPoker is once more the focal point in Mississippi Grind, a more laid-back movie that follows two newly acquainted friends that decide to go on a road trip. Older gambler Gerry has some unsettled debts, and the star of the film Ryan Reynolds is his wingman in the gambling odyssey in New Orleans. The pressure of debt and the excitement around the poker table are challenges two friends must overcome on this trip. Owning MahownyA brilliant performance from Phillip Seymour Hoffman is the anchor of this powerful movie. It follows the corrupt banker played by Hoffman, who spends the stolen bank money on his lavish Atlantic City gambling trips. The banker stays cool despite losing heavily and doesn't succumb in the bank or casino while on a downward spiral. But, unfortunately, it's like the banker is overcompensating other areas of his life with a high-rolling gambling affair. 2121 is not among the most popular casino movies, but it does offer a somewhat different perspective on huge casino houses. The film follows a group of talented mathematicians that cracked the blackjack code by counting cards. Jim Sturgess is the most prominent among the mathematicians, and Kevin Spacey plays the role of the group leader. One of the areas 21 successfully describes is the intensity of the blackjack table and how characters can change after sudden success. Runner, RunnerThe movie describes a talented player who loses money online gambling but recognizes the fraud. The lead character is played by Justin Timberlake, who then goes to the casino owner (Ben Affleck), and they start the cooperation. The plot thickens after that and develops into a crime movie which we won't spoil. High Roller: The Stu Ungar StorySemi-documentary about one of the most famous poker players of all time, Stu Ungar, is an indie film based on actual events. Stu won the World Series of Poker Main tournament three times, and the movie follows his ups and downs. He lost the poker earnings, and you can see how these events impacted him. The film gives us a look behind the scenes into high-stakes poker tournaments. Hard EightThe directorial debut for Paul Thomas Anderson, a renowned director with incredible filmography, follows an experienced gambler and a homeless man who becomes his protégé. An older gambler helps him, but the homeless man slides into crime and erratic behavior. The following crime movie shows gambling in the casino but also tells a dark story of the two friends who become foes. Phillip Baker Hall and John C. Reilly play leading roles, and a supporting cast of Gwyneth Paltrow, Samuel L. Jackson, and Philip Seymour Hoffman is even more impressive. |
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