Young Alex Stillman finds a mentor in the wise old owl, Tommy Vinson. The veteran Tommy takes the young poker player under his wing to school him in the art of "reading" of other players.
A genuine bond of trust was formed between Alex and Tommy as they traveled to Las Vegas for the big poker tournament. When Tommy comes out of "retirement," it will be a big showdown at the end for $8 million.
The cast was outstanding with Burt Reynolds as Tommy. Veteran character actor Charles Durning played Tommy's sidekick. It was only disappointing the Michelle, the happy hooker, did not show up at the end for the final match.
The poker scenes were well filmed and choreographed. There was an effective sentimental value in the relationship of a master and mentor. For a film about gambling, this one was the real deal!
A genuine bond of trust was formed between Alex and Tommy as they traveled to Las Vegas for the big poker tournament. When Tommy comes out of "retirement," it will be a big showdown at the end for $8 million.
The cast was outstanding with Burt Reynolds as Tommy. Veteran character actor Charles Durning played Tommy's sidekick. It was only disappointing the Michelle, the happy hooker, did not show up at the end for the final match.
The poker scenes were well filmed and choreographed. There was an effective sentimental value in the relationship of a master and mentor. For a film about gambling, this one was the real deal!