Swaying between pleasure and despair, Elric throws himself into his pathological passion for the casino. Meeting Suzie could have saved him, but the young woman also sinks into gambling hell. The couple then start getting involved in the fearsome world of professional cheaters.
Direction
Schroeder's cold clinical eye on sweaty desperation
Acting
Dutronc and Ogier's toxic chemistry feels too real
Practical Effects
Pre-digital casino cheating mechanics are fascinating
Director
Barbet Schroeder
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
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