Tazza: One Eyed Jack
Tazza: One Eyed Jack

Tazza: One Eyed Jack

2019Movie139 minKorean

A young poker player at the top of his game joins a team led by the legendary poker player One-Eyed Jack. While successfully working on a plan to win a huge jackpot, a single mistake puts the entire team in a life-or-death situation.

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IMDb5.7/10
Google Users66%
Director: Kwon Oh-seungGenres: Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

Il-chul, a young man with a natural talent for gambling, dreams of becoming a legendary gambler like his father. He enters the dangerous world of high-stakes poker, joining a shadowy syndicate. He navigates betrayal, ambition, and unexpected alliances as he attempts to rise to the top and uncover the truth behind his father's past.

Critical Reception

Tazza: One Eyed Jack received mixed reviews from critics and audiences. While praised for its stylish visuals and some compelling performances, it was often criticized for its convoluted plot and a less engaging narrative compared to previous installments in the Tazza franchise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its slick cinematography and energetic pacing.
  • Criticized for a plot that felt overly complicated and less cohesive than earlier films.
  • Some viewers found the new characters and storyline less compelling than the original Tazza movies.

Google audience: Audiences were divided, with some appreciating the film's visual flair and exciting gambling sequences. However, many felt the story lacked the depth and impact of its predecessors, finding the plot difficult to follow at times.

Fun Fact

This film is the third installment in the popular South Korean Tazza film series, which is based on the manhwa (comic book) of the same name by Huh Young-man.

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