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Smokin' Aces (2006)

R  109 min  -  Action | Crime | Drama   -  26 January 2007 (USA)
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When a Las Vegas performer-turned-snitch named Buddy Israel decides to turn state's evidence and testify against the mob, it seems that a whole lot of people would like to make sure he's no longer breathing.

Director:

Joe Carnahan

Writer:

Joe Carnahan
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Ryan Reynolds ...
Ray Liotta ...
Joseph Ruskin Joseph Ruskin ...
Alex Rocco ...
Wayne Newton ...
Himself
Jeremy Piven ...
Ben Affleck ...
Peter Berg ...
Martin Henderson ...
Common ...
Christopher Michael Holley ...
Beanie (as Christopher Holley)
Andy Garcia ...
Mike Falkow ...
Joe Drago Joe Drago ...
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Storyline

Mob boss Primo Sparazza has taken out a hefty contract on Buddy "Aces" Israel, a sleazy magician who has agreed to turn state's evidence against the Vegas mob. The FBI, sensing a chance to use this small-time con to bring down big-target Sparazza, places Aces into protective custody-under the supervision of two agents dispatched to Aces' Lake Tahoe hideout. When the word of the price on Aces' head spreads into the community of ex-cons and cons-to-be, it entices bounty hunters, thugs-for-hire, deadly vixens and double-crossing mobsters to join in the hunt. With all eyes on Tahoe, this rogues' gallery collides in a comic race to hit the jackpot and rub out Aces. Written by Anthony Pereyra {hypersonic91@yahoo.com}  

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Plot Keywords:

Magician | FBI | Lake | FBI Agent | Casino  | See more »

Taglines:

When you're worth $1 million dead, you don't have long to live. See more »

Genres:

Action | Crime | Drama | Thriller

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for strong bloody violence, pervasive language, some nudity and drug use See all certifications »

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Country:

UK | France | USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Also Known As:

Mi$e à prix See more »

Filming Locations:

California, USA See more »

Box Office

Budget:

$17,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

£1,023,862 (UK) (14 January 2007) (338 Screens)

Gross:

$53,960,137 (Worldwide) (1 April 2007)
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Sound Mix:

DTS  | Dolby Digital  | SDDS

Color:

Color (Technicolor)

Aspect Ratio:

2.35 : 1
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Trivia

According to one of the DVD commentaries, director Joe Carnahan had Ryan Reynolds wear one of his contacts from The Amityville Horror in the final scene. The contact was worn on the side of his face with cuts from the climactic shoot-out. See more »

Goofs

Crew or equipment visible: Just as Messner goes up in the elevator to see Locke at the Hospital, a reflection of a crew member is seen to far left wearing headphones. See more »

Quotes

[first lines]
Donald Carruthers: You've got to be careful when doing your stakeouts. I did one for... I was on one for six months. I gained, like, 20, 25 pounds. You keep eating this crap...
Richard Messner: Well, that's not my problem, though. I don't gain weight. I tried.
Donald Carruthers: That's 'cause your 12 years old.
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Soundtracks

"Big White Cloud"
(John Cale)
Performed by John Cale
Courtesy of SONY BMG Music Entertainment Inc.
Under License from SONY BMG Commercial Markets (UK) See more »