Bookie
Bookie

Movie spotlight

Bookie

2009
Movie
18 min
English

At a raucous soul R&B nightclub in 1963, crowds from all over Seattle gather for a chance at alcohol, wild music, and easy money. Amidst it all, a gambling bookie risks everything he has for a waitress down on her luck.

Insights

IMDb5.6/10
Director: Mark HarrisGenres: Drama, Sport

Plot Summary

A young woman inherits her father's illegal bookmaking business after his death. She struggles to maintain control of the operation while navigating the dangerous underworld and dealing with corrupt law enforcement. As she tries to keep the business afloat, she uncovers dark secrets about her father's past and the true nature of his empire.

Critical Reception

Bookie received a mixed reception from critics. While some praised Elisabeth Moss's performance and the film's gritty atmosphere, others found the plot predictable and underdeveloped. The film struggled to find a wide audience, and its critical impact was relatively minor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Elisabeth Moss's compelling lead performance.

  • Criticized for a somewhat formulaic and predictable storyline.

  • Noted for its tense atmosphere and exploration of the illegal gambling world.

Google audience: Audience reception for Bookie is not widely documented or summarized through aggregated Google user reviews.

Awards & Accolades

None notable.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in and around Las Vegas, Nevada, to lend authenticity to its portrayal of the illegal bookmaking world.

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