Review of Casino Jack (2010) by Jason M — 08 Jul 2011

Interesting take on the Abramoff scandal. Fairly entertaining.

This review of Casino Jack (2010) was written by Jason M on 08 Jul 2011.

Casino Jack has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Brad S (2,657) on 30 Dec 2016

What a pile of steaming shit. I'm surprised Kevin Spacey is a part of this. I could hardly force myself to finish it…

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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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By David G (2,424) on 05 May 2013

Based on true events, Casino Jack tells the story of slick super-lobbyist Jack Abramoff (Kevin Spacey) whose underhanded scheming and corruption…

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By James M (2,946) on 04 Mar 2013

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By Areeque T (88) on 21 Aug 2014

Released in 2010, the world just wasn't quite ready for Kevin Spacey narrating or talking to the camera…

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By Brandon S (2,121) on 24 Jul 2012

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 Dinesh P (313) on 20 May 2012

I really enjoyed this movie. Kevin Spacey is amazing as usual. Im not sure I have every not liked him in a movie…

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By Edith N (976) on 29 Jan 2013

A pot shot at Republicans and their lobbyists, telling the story of Abramoff the super lobbyist…

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By Greg W (4,011) on 08 Mar 2012

Such a treat 2 see spacey relish and savor his role based on true events…

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