Shade is set in the world of poker hustlers working the clubs and martini bars of Los Angeles. The tale unfolds as a group of hustlers encounter "The Dean" and pull off a successful sting that results in their pursuit by a vengeful gangster.
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Continuity:
The position of Miller's hand alternates between holding the drink and crossed over to his other arm while talking to Marlo.
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Quotes
Stevens:
I was mucking cards since before you were born. See more »
Crazy Credits
The credits list an "Erdnase Grip" and a "Mechanic's Grip." S.W. Erdnase
was the pseudonym of the author of the book "Expert at the Card Table,"
which was referenced in this movie. A "mechanic's grip" is a special way to
hold the cards that facilitates many common sleights (including dealing
seconds and dealing from the bottom of the deck).
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