If you are a gambler or know the 'wiseguy' culture, the movie doesn't have to be explained, while if you aren't, you'll feel like you've stumbled upon the secret meeting place of the mafia and made privy to what is said, without anyone knowing you were there. Scorcese's normal supporting cast are also involved in this film, including his great mother - even though she usually has incredibly minimal roles, they are always memorable. The supporting cast is strong, led by James Woods and Don Rickles (excellent in his dramatic capacity). Sharon Stone plays the psychotic Ginger, an once-in-a-lifetime role in that it was the only time in my life I could bear to watch her on film. Rothstein's partner in crime is Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci), who is far less convincing as a mobster than he would seem to like to believe.

It was refreshing for a movie to finally show that not all gamblers are stupid, but instead one of those who takes advantage of the many who are. Rothstein is not only a mob member, but also a 'moneymaker' for them because he's the nation's best sports handicapper. As the viewer, you can't stand her, but that is the point.Īs a lifelong gambler who has crossed paths with a few fringe types portrayed in the film, I'm well aware of the story, the culture, and the ambience of the Tangiers, the fictional casino placed in the control of Sam 'Ace' Rothstein (Robert De Niro). Sharon Stone actually turned out a non-irritating performance. Joe Pesci once again shows his incredible talent while portraying mobsters who thinks with his gun and not with his head. His display of different emotions, courage, and temper is outstanding. Robert De Niro demonstrates he's one of the most versatile actors in modern film history.

Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci are both fantastic in their roles. Rothstein is a complicated figure in that he is not a heavy, yet he wields a lot of power due to the respect he has gained from his mob bosses back home. Along the way, he marries a drug-addicted con-artist trophy wife and struggles with his friendship with loose-cannon Nicky Santoro.

Robert De Niro plays Ace Rothstein, a fantastic bookie who is chosen to run the Tangiers hotel and casino. Casino spans three decades and chronicles the true story of a faction of the mob who ran Las Vegas casinos.

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