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Overview

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7.0/10   17,643 votes
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Director:
Writers (WGA):
Frank Hannah (written by) &
Wayne Kramer (written by)
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Release Date:
27 February 2004 (Turkey) more
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Tagline:
When your life depends on losing... the last thing you need is lady luck. more
Plot:
In an old school Las Vegas casino, its top gambling jinx breaks his curse when he falls in love, much to his boss' consternation. full summary | full synopsis
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Awards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 8 wins & 18 nominations more
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(58 articles)
User Comments:
A 'loser take all' classic! more (200 total)

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Additional Details

MPAA:
Rated R for strong sexuality, violence, language and some drug use. (edited version)
Runtime:
101 min
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2.35 : 1 more
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Trivia:
The back alley scenes were filmed in Fulton alley, behind the Nugget. The director's commentary talks about the alley's graffiti, which is still there today, and was not added for the movie. more
Goofs:
Continuity: During the opening credits, the croupier of a roulette table which Bernie has cooled puts the win marker on (00) double zero. However, the ball is still in motion and hasn't yet landed in any slot. more
Quotes:
[first lines]
Casino employee: Where's Bernie, they're killing us. Yeah, we need him right away.
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Movie Connections:
Featured in The 61st Annual Golden Globe Awards (2004) (TV) more
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Tomorrow more

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4 out of 5 people found the following comment useful.
A 'loser take all' classic!, 3 March 2003
10/10
Author: dpatrickw from Los Angeles, CA

One of those rarest of screen gems, a diamond in the rough with heart and soul, it has everything. Truly a modern masterpiece, this is one for thw ages. If this flick doesn't walk away with some serious hardware in next year's trophy races, there is no God. Baldwin, Macy, Bello and everyone involved with this beautifully written and executed tale deserves a big nod from Oscar. DON'T MISS THIS!

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