Casino Jack
Casino Jack

Casino Jack

2010Movie108 minEnglish

Based on a true story, a hot shot Washington DC lobbyist and his protégé go down hard as their schemes to peddle influence lead to corruption and murder.

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IMDb6.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Metacritic54/100
Google Users63%
Director: George HickenlooperGenres: Biography, Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A U.S. congressman known for his flamboyant lifestyle and questionable business dealings becomes embroiled in a scandal involving lobbying efforts and potential corruption. As his schemes unravel, he faces legal repercussions and the disintegration of his personal and professional life.

Critical Reception

Casino Jack received mixed reviews from critics. While Kevin Spacey's performance as Jack Abramoff was widely praised, the film's script and overall tone were often criticized for being uneven and lacking a clear focus.

What Reviewers Say

  • Kevin Spacey delivers a compelling performance as the central character.
  • The film struggles with tonal inconsistencies, blending satire and drama ineffectively.
  • Some critics found the narrative rushed and lacking depth.

Google audience: Audience reviews indicate a mixed reception, with many appreciating Kevin Spacey's acting but some finding the movie's plot and execution to be lacking.

Fun Fact

The film was shot in Toronto, Canada, despite being set in Washington D.C. and Florida.

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pmchanjr

"The great American past-time has never been baseball, it has always been making money." A true enough quote from the film, but the unanswered question remains: "Is fraud the 'dirty-little-secret-ingredient' necessary for capitalism to wo...