A casino, also known as a gaming hall or a gambling establishment, is a place where people can gamble and play games of chance. These establishments are very common in many countries, especially those with legalized gambling. In some places, casinos are combined with hotels and resorts, while others are located in standalone buildings. They may be operated by government or private organizations.<\/p>\n
The movie Casino, starring Robert De Niro and Sharon Stone, was a huge hit, earning both stars Oscar nominations for best actor and actress. The film is based on real events, including the Chicago Outfit’s control of the Stardust, Fremont, and Marina casinos in Las Vegas during the late 1960s and early 1970s. Sam “Ace” Rothstein (De Niro) is based on mobster Frank Rosenthal, and Nicky Santoro and Ginger McKenna are modeled after Anthony Spilotro and former dancer and socialite Geri McGee.<\/p>\n
While the story is rooted in real-life treachery and avarice, the movie does depict some genuine human tragedy. That said, there are no good guys in this saga of greed and corruption; everyone gets their just deserts in the end.<\/p>\n
Despite the length of the movie, Casino never feels overly long or sluggish. Its taut script and masterful editing keep the action rolling throughout the film’s three hour running time. It’s a showcase of Scorsese’s implacable “film sense,” and while it’s not quite up to his finest works like Taxi Driver or Raging Bull, it’s still very, very close.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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