A typical casino is glamorous enough to give the impression of an elite venue for elite individuals who know exactly what they want. This is the most common perception of a gambling establishment, and you can clearly notice it in films covering this theme. The idea is to present the overall visual style of a casino as accurately as possible for the sake of artistic realism. But how do different movies approach this same challenge? This is a very interesting topic, so we decided to elaborate on it a bit deeper in this blog article. Let’s get it going!   What Makes for a Visual Style? The c ..read more

Plot: A New York City career woman becomes a vigilante after being raped by two car thieves. I have a soft spot for these old-school exploitation/vigilante movies from the 80’s; Sudden Death (no, not that one) is essentially a female Death Wish with our protagonist Valarie Wells (Denise Coward) getting brutally assaulted by two car thieves in a stolen taxi. Once Valarie is healed she realizes the police aren’t moving fast enough, so she begins to take justice into her own hands. It’s similar to the Dirty Harry movie Sudden Impact with a female protagonist taking down the people who raped her ..read more

Plot: Based on the infamous true story End of the Rope follows Sheriff CA Jacobson and States Attorney Sam Taylor as they try to find out what happened to the Haven Family. When accusations turn to the Haven’s troubled farmhand, Charles Bannon, the two not only have to solve a potential murder but try to hold a whole town together that seems dangerously set on vengeance. Share 0 Tweet 0 Share The post New Trailer for End Of The Rope first appeared on The Action Elite ..read more

From the roll of dice to the spin of the roulette wheel, many of us are on the lookout for that extra bit of luck, especially when it comes to betting and casino games. But beyond strategies and knowledge, there’s something timeless about the belief in lucky charms. Whether it’s a rabbit’s foot you carry in your pocket or a special necklace you wear on poker night, these symbols of luck are deeply rooted in cultures around the globe. Let’s dive into some of the most fascinating lucky charms from Africa, Asia, Europe, and North America and explore whether there’s more to them than just supersti ..read more

Poker isn’t just about the cards; it’s a mind game. Whether you’re playing in a smoky room or online, understanding the psychological warfare at play is crucial. Insights from online poker site reviews on WPD reveal that the best players win by outsmarting their opponents, not just by having good hands. Let’s dive into the mental strategies that can make or break your game.   Mastering Emotions and Tilt   Ever felt your blood boil after a bad beat? That’s tilt, and it’s a poker player’s worst enemy. The key to poker psychology is not just playing your cards right but also keeping you ..read more

Plot: In a future, post-apocalyptic Los Angeles brought about by nuclear decimation, citizens must live in underground bunkers to protect themselves from radiation, mutants and bandits. Review: I have to give my usual disclaimer here and say I’ve never played any of the Fallout games and know nothing of the lore behind them, so this review is based purely on the new TV series on Prime. Set in a post-apocalyptic future (is there any other kind?), Fallout asks various moral questions like does war ever change? As well as exploring ethics (or lack thereof) with big corporations. At least that’s w ..read more

The practice of gambling online is growing in popularity. Players must make their own decisions, though, given the vast array of online casinos. Nonetheless, there are fundamental standards that may be applied to determine the credibility of a certain online casino. Main Criteria Before initiating gameplay and transferring funds, each player ought to assess the casino based on the below categories: Availability of license; quality and speed of technical support response; payment systems, the ability to quickly deposit and withdraw funds in various ways; assortment of games; reviews of real us ..read more

Plot: A widow (Sophia Loren) indirectly leads a mob hit man (James Coburn) and his partner (O.J. Simpson) to a billionaire recluse in the Caribbean. I have to thank my friend Nathan for reminding me of this movie from Death Wish director Michael Winner and a cast that includes James Coburn, Sophia Loren, O.J. Simpson and Eli Wallach. Firepower is a hugely entertaining action-packed romp that was initially going to star Charles Bronson, but he as usual wanted his wife Jill Ireland to have a role, but as that didn’t happen, he dropped out and was replaced by Coburn who very much makes the role o ..read more

The neon lights of Las Vegas and the sheer luxury and glamour that takes place on the most famous casino floors in the world have been the inspiration behind many blockbuster Hollywood movies. High-stakes gambling has always raised dust, and the most iconic casino game for high rollers has always been roulette.   Roulette is a staple name in the casino world, this game of chance has been the center stage of several iconic movies. For all of you gambling lovers, we’ll present you with 5 iconic movie scenes where the game of roulette serves as a key element of the plot. Indecent Proposal ..read more

Plot: To prevent a deadly explosion, an illicit crack team has 24 hours to drive two truckloads of nitroglycerin across a desert laden with danger. Review: It seems like I’m always on the cusp of cancelling my Netflix account. Every time I fall in love with a series, they go and cancel it just as it’s getting really compelling, and the standalone pickings lately have been especially sparse – reality TV garbage, Hallmark channel wannabes, and comedy specials that simply aren’t funny. You know, the stuff that holds absolutely zero appeal. And yet, just as I’m about to pull the trigger on saving ..read more