Category: Historical Eras in Cinema

For centuries, the lottery has captured the world’s attention because of the estimated earnings from it, and the entire populace is certainly able to enhance their lives overnight. This dream has always captivated the imagination because it offers a fascinating glimpse into everone’ world – a place where money is no longer an issue. Unsurprisingly,…

The Poker House, an independent drama controversial for its treatment of child abuse made its debut at the Los Angeles Film Festival in 2008 and is not necessarily attending to the American needs. The film is most shocking and explicit in its depiction of the treacherous life of a dysfunctional family. The landslide struggles of…

In the realm of high-stakes drama and thrilling true stories, few films have captured the public’s imagination quite like “Molly’s Game.” Released in 2017, this cinematic masterpiece tells the story of Molly Bloom, a name that became synonymous with the most exclusive and secretive underground poker games in the world. The movie about girl who…

The Deer Hunter, produced in 1978, is an astonishing American film that magnificently deserves its place in the annals of American cinema. Michael Cimino, directed The Deer Hunter, a Vietnam War movie about a group of friends from a blue-collar american worker community in Pennsylvania, and the casual yet horrifying way the Vietnam War altered…

Las Vegas is often dubbed the entertainment capital of the world, drawing in millions each year that hope to relish in the luxurious resorts, the tantalizing lights, and everything else that this city has to offer. The mesmerizing fountains of Bellagio to the lavish Caesar’s Palace provides humanity a glimpse into the depth of our…

“Maverick” is a film that is a cross blend of action, adventure, and comedy. In the world of Western classics, it surely garners attention and praise. It is directed by Richard Donner and features actors such as Mel Gibson as Bret Maverick, Jodie Foster as Annabelle Bransford, and James Garner as Marshal Zane Cooper. The…

Planning a casino heist requires an intricate set-up, unmatched risk management skills, and an appreciation for the high-stakes involved. Such is the buzz that surrounds high-budget gambling films. The thrill associated with winning big, the casino’s enhancing decor, and the worldviews attached – they serve as the core that makes gambling films appealing. The mockumentaries…

Martin Scorsese directed the film ‘Casino’ in 1995 and it brings the viewers into the beautiful yet dangerous Las Vegas of the 70s and 80s. Starring Robert De Niro as S. A. Rothstein, Sharon Stone as Ginger McKenna, and Joseph Pesci as Nicky Santoro, the movie shows in great detail the construction and destruction of…

In the 1990s, Martin Scorsese managed to make his mark on history with his film, ‘Casino’. The film explores and uncovers the quick but captivating mysteries of Las Vegas during the 1970s era. Portraying a mesmeric triad of the gambling empire’s pedestal set on ambition, greed, and violence, the film deeply scrutinizes the life of…