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The Gambler (2014)
Directed by Rupert Wyatt
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Literature professor Jim Bennett leads a secret life as a high-stakes gambler. Always a risk-taker, Bennett bets it all when he borrows from a gangster and offers his own life as collateral. Staying one step ahead, he pits his creditor against the operator of an illicit gambling ring while garnering the attention of Frank, a paternalistic loan shark. As his relationship with a student deepens, Bennett must risk everything for a second chance.
Rated R | Length 111 minutes
Actors
Mark Wahlberg | John Goodman | Brie Larson | Michael Kenneth Williams | George Kennedy | Jessica Lange | Richard Schiff | Andre Braugher | Emory Cohen | Domenick Lombardozzi | Anthony Kelley | Alvin Ing | Da'Vone McDonald | Griffin Cleveland | Omar Leyva | Steve Park | Chil Kong | Amin Joseph | Cjon Saulsberry | Teebone Mitchell | Lauren Weedman | Leland Orser | Jasmond Carroll | Ria Wilkinson | Chanon Finley | Jacob Bertrand | Simon Rhee | Natalija Ugrina | Brooklynne James | Erika Jordan
Viewing History (seen 1 time)
| Date Viewed | Device | Format | Source | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/05/2015 | TV | Blu-ray | Rented | 8 stars |
| (Average) 8 stars |
Viewing Notes
Sorry I slept on this one at the theaters as I actually enjoyed it quite a bit. Some great dialogue, especially for John Goodman, who is brilliant.
8 years ago
After seeing your rating I’m sorry I passed on this too. Now I’m curious why it was panned on release.
8 years ago
It’s definitely a different movie than all the ads and trailers would have had you believe at the time. More drama and some truly hilarious (in a good way) dialogue.
8 years ago
I’ll place a hold on it at the library.