Number Runner
Harry Gillespie, book keeper for gangsters, madams, extortionists and drug traffickers, skims money from each of his clients. He escapes to a remote location in Utah with Ebony, a Vegas call girl he has befriended. Ebony discovers Harry is being tracked down by his clients. She tries to convince him to run away to Cuba, but Harry is resigned. Bingo, a New Orleans racketeer arrives, and tortures Harry until he agrees to return his money. They kill him. Others come - Luke from New York, Babette from Los Angeles, and finally Michael from Las Vegas. They murder them one by one. The murders leave Harry with no hope for a better future, and Ebony with no way to escape from Harry.
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Plot Summary
A down-on-his-luck gambler, struggling with debt and a gambling addiction, finds himself in a dangerous situation when he gets involved with a notorious loan shark. He must race against time to win a high-stakes poker game to clear his debts and save his life, all while battling his inner demons.
Critical Reception
Number Runner received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with some praising its attempt at a gritty crime thriller and others criticizing its predictable plot and underdeveloped characters. Audiences generally found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
- While the film attempts a tense atmosphere, it often falls flat due to a derivative storyline.
- Performances are inconsistent, with a few standouts struggling to elevate the material.
- The pacing can be uneven, leading to a less impactful climax.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot in and around Los Angeles, with several scenes taking place in real underground poker clubs.
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