Cast overview, first billed only: | |||
Ryan Reynolds | ... | Richard Messner | |
Ray Liotta | ... | Donald Carruthers | |
Joseph Ruskin | ... | Primo Sparazza | |
Alex Rocco | ... | Serna | |
Wayne Newton | ... | Wayne Newton | |
Jeremy Piven | ... | Buddy Israel | |
Ben Affleck | ... | Jack Dupree | |
Peter Berg | ... | "Pistol" Pete Deeks | |
Martin Henderson | ... | Hollis Elmore | |
Common | ... | Sir Ivy | |
Christopher Michael Holley | ... | Beanie (as Christopher Holley) | |
Andy Garcia | ... | Stanley Locke | |
Mike Falkow | ... | Freeman Heller | |
Joe Drago | ... | FBI Aid | |
Jeff Habberstad | ... | Top Coated Gunman |
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}
I've read some of the reviews for this movie, and I can't agree with them. I completely disagree in that I thought this was a very entertaining movie. The concept was very well thought out but it wasn't perfect, obviously.
Basically, the movie was about several groups of assassins all gunning for the same man for the same price. The reason he is wanted dead is because of his snitching and deceitful ways. I'm not going to give anything away, but once you watch the movie you'll know there's a lot more behind that. Only thing you really need to do is pay as close attention as you can during the beginning, because it does get a little confusing. The story moves along pretty quickly, but you will get the gist of it.
Overall, I thought it was very well done. The plot was good, the characters were amazing (especially Ryan Reynolds), and there were some nice action parts. Even though it dragged on a little bit during the middle, it was necessary to develop plot details. 9 out of 10 stars from me; it was very entertaining and thought provoking. Last but not least, the white karate kid in the trailer was hilarious, "Why you eye-ballin' me son!?".