Crupier

The croupier has three undeniable advantages that make it a film standing out above the average: Clive Owen, for whom it is the most distinctive role alongside Children of Men so far, and I was able to perfectly identify with him as the main character, excellent knowledge of the environment and the atmosphere of the bizarre world of gambling addicts. The slow, sometimes hypnotic pace is set by the inner monologue of the protagonist, and the camera often plays with detail. A peculiar film without noticeable effects, but it has really gotten "under the skin" of mine. Overall impression 90%. (10.05.2007)

What the film has going for it is an interestingly told story and Clive Owen’s performance. It’s not an action film, the pace is far from frantic, but it doesn’t get boring even for a second. Although I have never been into gambling, for some reason I really enjoyed watching the ball being given the right spin by the croupier, as well as casino chips being moved about the table (mostly away from the players). (18.04.2020)