The Last Casino (2004) (TV)

User Rating:

7.2/10   

Director:

Pierre Gill

Writer:

Steven Westren (written by)

Release Date:

26 June 2004 (Canada)

Genre:

Comedy | Drama

Tagline:

How much money can 3 students get counting cards?

Plot:

A university teacher recruits 3 bright students to learn the art of card counting and makes them play, and win, for him.

Plot Keywords:

Casino | Card Counting | Blackjack | Canada | Gambling

Awards:

2 wins & 4 nominations

Cast

Charles Martin Smith	...	Barnes
Katharine Isabelle	...	Elyse
Kris Lemche	...	Scott
Julian Richings	...	Orr
Albert Chung	...	George
Normand D'Amour	...	Wilson
Jacques Godin	...	Saunders
Roy Lund	...	Casino #1 BJ Dealer #1
K.C. Coombs	...	Saleswoman (sexshop)
Una Kay	...	Recruiter
Carl Alacchi	...	Casino #1 Floor Manager #1
Sean Lu	...	Asian Player
Tim Post	...	Hotel Game Boss
Livia Duguay	...	Hotel Game Dealer
Nancy Tang	...	Mrs. Chen

Runtime:

Canada:82 min | Canada:92 min | Argentina:92 min

Country:

Canada

Language:

English | English

Colour:

Colour

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Sound Mix:

Dolby (as Dolby Surround)

Certification:

Australia:M | Argentina:13 | Canada:AA | Canada:14A

Filming Locations:

Montréal, Québec, Canada

Company:

Astral Films

Goofs:

Continuity: During the scene in the high-stakes private club when the dealer is caught skimming cards from the deck, the Chinese man speaks to George first in Mandarin. In the elevator the Chinese man reveals he can speak English and that George had told him to "speak nonsense with conviction." George did not address the tuna salesman first.

Movie Connections:

Version of 21 (2008)

Better than a lot of American movies nowadays!

When I first tuned into this movie on the movie network, I didn't expect much because it is a Canadian film. But by the end of the movie, I had a different appreciation of what Canadian film makers can accomplish. This movie kept me interested throughout, and didn't need a huge budget to do so. The storyline is well written and the direction is top notch. The subtle humor and mature language was also well-placed. If you like cards, or casinos, or movies involving scamming money, this is the film for you. The fairly new cast does a great job. I liked the investor character of Orr, but I especially liked Katharine Isabelle as Elyse. She is a talented actress and beautiful to boot. If you're looking for a good Canadian film, this has got to be one of the best. This is a definite must-see.