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Rounders [DVD] [1998]

DVD ~ Matt Damon
4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Matt Damon, Edward Norton, Paul Cicero, John Turturro, Ray Iannicelli
  • Directors: John Dahl
  • Writers: Brian Koppelman, David Levien
  • Producers: Bob Weinstein, Bobby Cohen, Christopher Goode, Harvey Weinstein, Joel Stillerman
  • Format: PAL, Widescreen
  • Language English, Hebrew, Russian
  • Region: Region 2 (This DVD may not be viewable outside Europe. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.35:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Classification: 15
  • Studio: Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainm
  • DVD Release Date: 7 Jan 2002
  • Run Time: 116 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00005U1XG
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 49,400 in DVD (See Bestsellers in DVD)

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A little drunk on its own arcane exotica as a gambling movie, Rounders is a film that takes us inside a world of high-stakes card players but falls short on such essentials as character development and relationships. Still, it is a real curiosity, written by a couple of guys (David Levien and Brian Koppelman) who appear to know something about the dark underbelly of card hustling for fun and profit. Matt Damon stars as a reluctant law student who can't put aside his subterranean career of playing poker and blackjack for big money. After he loses his post-grad nest egg to a weird Russian kingpin (John Malkovich)--and also loses his disgusted girlfriend (Gretchen Mol) in the process--Damon's character turns to an unreliable old buddy (Edward Norton) for a dangerous game of sharking wherever there happens to be a game underway: frat boys, cops, bad dudes, you name it. Norton appears to be living out every young actor's fantasy of re-creating Robert De Niro's prot! otypical head case in Martin Scorsese's Mean Streets, and while his performance is burdened by obvious quotation marks, his estimable talent still shines through. Damon's charm and intelligence bring some oomph to the curiously flat proceedings, and while his hushed, soul-bearing scenes with Martin Landau (as a law professor who takes a shine to the kid) seem gratuitous, they're still nice to watch. Behind all this is director John Dahl (Red Rock West), who is not exactly at the top of his game here but who brings his distinctive toughness to the crime-noir tone.--Tom Keogh, Amazon.com


Special Features

2.35 Wide Screen
DVD 9
English
English
Region 2
Dolby Digital 5.1 English
Dolby Digital 5.1
English
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars rounders, 22 Oct 2003
Just brilliant. Philosophy, examining the inner self, finding your path all while Gambling. I know nothing about "Texas Hold em" but i so much wanna learn now, The story is so involving, acting is top notch too. Not many will see this but so many people should. It's just one of those "great find" movies you didnt know anything about but so glad you watched it. Matt Damon (always engaging), Edward Norton (So reliable), John Malkovich (the man is a legend), Martin Landau and John Turturro (both exceptional) make this film watchable and enjoyable. Some more great support too but the film shines and is instantly a winner. You'll be itching to play poker after this one.
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8 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant, put Texas Hold-em on the map!, 7 Jan 2002
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It's rare to see a movie on this subject let alone one with as much realism and a thoroughly convincing storyline. Damon and Norton both have great screen presence and manage to really get a grip on what it means to be a Rounder!

I've played professional poker now for 5 years and believe that this movie helped make Texas Hold-em Poker more popular.(Certainly in the UK!)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars ...and I dont even like poker., 14 Oct 2003
Norton must be one of the most undervalued actors in hollywood! Can anyone recall a recent film that he has done badly? Didnt think so.

This movie is excellent despite the typical American Happy ending. Watching this film I never got bored, not once, because this movie has everything that a timeless classic needs. Romance, violence (Brilliant Bar Scene), wit and great acting all make this a brilliant movie.

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4.0 out of 5 stars The 'Hustler' of Poker movies
Essentially, 'Rounders' is an acting clinic. Top-notch talent is used here, the best of which are Damon and Norton. Read more
Published on 22 May 2007 by Jay

5.0 out of 5 stars "Always leave yourself outs"
I have watched this movie several times in the last few years, and have been playing Texas Hold'em for a similar amount of time. Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2005 by Sebastian Fernandez

1.0 out of 5 stars A Bit Rubbish
This really isn`t a very good film at all. Even if you`re a poker player. Make that, especially if you`re a poker player. None of it rings true. Read more
Published on 19 Mar 2005 by Nicholas F. Holliday

4.0 out of 5 stars one of the best
My favorite movie on poker. You will love it
Published on 29 Nov 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars Rounders
This is a film for the poker player. If you dont know how to play poker it can still be enjoyed but the poker players out there will feel the thrills a little more keenly... Read more
Published on 20 Jul 2004

5.0 out of 5 stars Stop slagging off Rounders!
An absolute must see for any poker player. Stylish, funny and Ed Norton is awesome as per usual. A poker players dream film
Published on 26 May 2004

4.0 out of 5 stars An Ageless Tale
This Movie is more than just gambling and playing poker. The gambling is merely the backdrop for the ageless tale of the decisions that many young men must face as they grow into... Read more
Published on 7 May 2004 by pokerpro

5.0 out of 5 stars Check..Check...Check...
Some classic quotes from the movie: "All you do is Check. Check. Check." .... "Pay that man his money he beat me fair and square"... "I can go busting you up all night... Read more
Published on 23 Sep 2003 by Chad Castorina

5.0 out of 5 stars A true depictation of the seedy underworld of New York
"Rounders" tells the story of a young law student (Matt Damon) for whom poker is more than just a game; it is a way of life. Read more
Published on 2 Jun 2002

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