Review of Casino Jack (2010) by Moira Macdonald for Seattle Times — 06 Jan 2011

"Casino Jack" is a portrait of a player - a man always dancing, always spinning.

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This review of Casino Jack (2010) was written by Moira Macdonald and published by Seattle Times on 06 Jan 2011.

Casino Jack has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Genie K (38) on 20 Jan 2014

A Casino Jack tipikusan az a film, melyet csak a legnagyobb t?zsdecápák értenek. Így mi értetlenül állunk a dolgok mögött…

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By Todd F (201) on 20 Jan 2013

Wasn't excpetingto like this movie sow much, besides this movie be based on a true story, it's kind of a cliche, but I loved it, Kevin Spacey…

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Super-lobbyist Jack Abramoff cons Washington power players and Native casino owners. My name is Jack Abramoff, and I work out every day…

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By James J (731) on 28 Sep 2012

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By Joe Y (28) on 30 Nov 2016

A decent expose on the world of lobbying with some interesting characters, but ultimately forgettable…

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By Steve S (3,182) on 21 May 2013

Great movie, too bad it's a true story. Damn Lobbyists, call them what they are... crooks…

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Casino Jack is enjoyable enough, but lacks pacing or originality; I felt like I was watching bits and pieces from other (better) films the…

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By Austin V (78) on 04 May 2013

I got bored and annoyed with this film within the first half an hour. I don't usually give up on films but this one deserved it…

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