King of Gambler
King of Gambler

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King of Gambler

1996
TV Show
Ended
1 Season
Cantonese

After seven years in prison, Long Si returns to Shanghai to regain everything that he lost. On the train, he got to know more than a dozen heroes and soon thirteen of them became sworn brothers. Long Si only took seven days to regain the dominance of the Shanghai casino. As promised, he divided his casinos among twelve sworn brothers. Unfortunately, the twelve brothers fight against each other because of the greed for profit.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Jeffrey ReinerGenres: Drama, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young, ambitious hustler named Tommy 'The Tin Man' Rimmer navigates the dangerous underbelly of the Los Angeles gambling scene. Driven by a desire to escape his impoverished background, he becomes entangled with a ruthless crime syndicate and a seductive but treacherous woman. As he rises through the ranks, Tommy must confront betrayal, violence, and his own moral compromises in a desperate bid for power and survival.

Critical Reception

King of Gambler received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising its gritty atmosphere and performances, while others found its plot predictable and underdeveloped. Audiences were similarly divided, appreciating its attempt at a hard-boiled crime narrative but often citing its flaws.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its dark, noir-inspired atmosphere.

  • Vincent Gallo's performance was noted for its intensity.

  • Criticized for a formulaic plot and lack of originality.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on a relatively low budget, which contributed to its raw, independent feel, though it also impacted the scope of its production values.

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