Poker (2010)
In the history of Romanian cinema, Sergiu Nicolaescu's name stands for "prolific, highly commercial and professional". At the age of 80, the director launched his latest production, which is also his second comedy in a long row of action and historic films. "Poker" is a cinema adaptation of Adrian Lustig's theatre play with the same name, and focuses on four male friends, representatives for the social canvas: a doctor without a moral conscience, an unscrupulous politician, a chief of the local mafia, and a businessman who made a fortune in America. Made by MediaPro Pictures, 'Poker' looks at immorality and intrigues in politics, hinting at the fact that contemporary Romania is a day to day jungle where strings are pulled by those in power, so everything turns into a poker round, where those who have the right aces in their sleeve can win.
Cast
- Vladimir Găitan - Horia
- Horațiu Mălăele - Titel
- Valentin Teodosiu - Claudiu
- Ion Rițiu - Marcel
- Cătălina Grama - Monica
- Vasile Muraru - The Priest
- Mircea Diaconu - Calabrezu
- Mihai Bendeac - Catalin
- George Alexandru - Arcasa
- Petrica Alexandru - Horia at 12 yo
Screenplay
- Adrian Lustig (Screenplay)
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Poker about?
- In the history of Romanian cinema, Sergiu Nicolaescu's name stands for "prolific, highly commercial and professional". At the age of 80, the director launched his latest production, which is also his second comedy in a long row of action and historic films. "Poker" is a cinema adaptation of Adrian Lustig's theatre play with the same name, and focuses on four male friends, representatives for the social canvas: a doctor without a moral conscience, an unscrupulous politician, a chief of the local mafia, and a businessman who made a fortune in America. Made by MediaPro Pictures, 'Poker' looks at immorality and intrigues in politics, hinting at the fact that contemporary Romania is a day to day jungle where strings are pulled by those in power, so everything turns into a poker round, where those who have the right aces in their sleeve can win.
- Who directed Poker?
- Poker was directed by Sergiu Nicolaescu.
- Who stars in Poker?
- Poker stars Vladimir Găitan, Horațiu Mălăele, Valentin Teodosiu, Ion Rițiu, Cătălina Grama, Vasile Muraru.
- How long is Poker?
- Poker has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).
- What genre is Poker?
- Poker is a Comedy film.
- Where was Poker produced?
- Poker was produced in Romania.