The Card Counter (2021)
He's Playing the Hand He Was Dealt.
William Tell just wants to play cards. His spartan existence on the casino trail is shattered when he is approached by Cirk, a vulnerable and angry young man seeking help to execute his plan for revenge on a military colonel. Tell sees a chance at redemption through his relationship with Cirk.
Director: Paul Schrader
Genre: Drama, Thriller, Crime
Runtime: 112 min
Release Date: September 3, 2021
Cast
- Oscar Isaac - William Tell
- Tiffany Haddish - La Linda
- Tye Sheridan - Cirk
- Willem Dafoe - Gordo
- Alexander Babara - Mr. USA
- Bobby C. King - Slippery Joe
- Ekaterina Baker - Sara
- Bryan Truong - Minnesota
- Dylan Flashner - Sergeant Hoskins
- Adrienne Lau - Crystal
Screenplay
- Paul Schrader (Screenplay)
Music: Robert Levon Been, Giancarlo Vulcano
Cinematography: Alexander Dynan
Editing: Ben Rodriguez Jr.
Production: Redline Entertainment, LB Entertainment, Enriched Media Group, One Two Twenty Entertainment, Saturn Streaming, Astrakan Film AB, Grandave Capital
Country: Sweden, United Kingdom, United States of America
Language: English
Box Office: $5M
Original Language: en
Themes
Brutal Interrogation Techniques and Truths, Uncontrollable Anger and Destruction, Deep Regret Over Past Deeds, Burning Rage and the Fire of Vengeance, Cartel's Ruthless Grip and Violence
Keywords
casino, gambling, motel, iraq, military prison, flashback, revenge, murder, atlantic city, torture, poker game, biting, interrogation, cynical, guilt
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Card Counter about?
- William Tell just wants to play cards. His spartan existence on the casino trail is shattered when he is approached by Cirk, a vulnerable and angry young man seeking help to execute his plan for revenge on a military colonel. Tell sees a chance at redemption through his relationship with Cirk.
- Who directed The Card Counter?
- The Card Counter was directed by Paul Schrader.
- Who stars in The Card Counter?
- The Card Counter stars Oscar Isaac, Tiffany Haddish, Tye Sheridan, Willem Dafoe, Alexander Babara, Bobby C. King.
- How long is The Card Counter?
- The Card Counter has a runtime of 1h 52m (112 minutes).
- What genre is The Card Counter?
- The Card Counter is a Drama, Thriller, Crime film.
- How much did The Card Counter gross?
- The Card Counter grossed $5M worldwide.
- Where was The Card Counter produced?
- The Card Counter was produced in Sweden, United Kingdom, United States of America.
- What are the themes of The Card Counter?
- The themes of The Card Counter include: Brutal Interrogation Techniques and Truths, Uncontrollable Anger and Destruction, Deep Regret Over Past Deeds, Burning Rage and the Fire of Vengeance, Cartel's Ruthless Grip and Violence.