TOP 3 Art & Culture: the casino, great star of the directors

The magical and intriguing world of the casino inspires and seduces some of the most talented directors. With varying degrees of success, many films have been released in recent years. Find the top 3 films by directors who have chosen intelligently the bewitching environment the casino as the main theme. Something to delight the most passionate of you. A look back at these 3 cinematic gems.

Top 1 - Cinema & Casino: Casino, by Martin Scorsese (1995)

Best casino movie for many, Casino, features three renowned must-see actors: Robert de Niro, Joe Pesci and Sharon Stone. Released in 1995, this film is inspired by real facts and was a great success at the box office and received many awards.

Synopsis :

1973, Las Vegas shines brightly. A real kingdom of charlatans and bookmakers, it is in this city built by the mafia that Sam 'Ace' Rothstein rules the Tangier casino and manages to become one of the most powerful men in this empire. Immersed in the dangerous world of the mafia, this character will have to face difficulties and ruthless opponents, hungry for money and power.

Under the spotlight :

It was actually in the Stardust Casino, Riviera Hotel and Las Vegas Casino that the scenes depicting the fictional Tangier casino were filmed.

Cult scene :

The meeting of Nick and Sam in the middle of the desert using the word "F***" more than 20 times in less than 3 minutes.

Top 2 - Cinema & Casino: Ocean's Eleven, by Steven Soderbergh (2001)

The first film in a trilogy featuring a plethora of Hollywood stars: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Matt Damon, Andy Garcia, Don Cheadle or Julia Roberts!

Synopsis :

This is the story of a gang of eleven professional thieves who come together to steal the contents of a safe of more than $ 150 million, belonging to the three most important casinos in Las Vegas.

Under the spotlight :

The film is shot simultaneously in the MGM Grand, Mirage and Bellagio casinos.

Cult scene :

The final scene, classic and sober, unlike the euphoric film represented by the reunion of all these colorful characters, becoming simple tourists again after their incredible feat. A most masterful exit.

Top 3 - Cinema & Casino: Very Bad Trip by Todd Phillips (2009)

One of the best surprises of the year 2009 with three of the most crazy actors: Bradley Cooper, Heather Graham or Zach Galifianakis.

Synopsis :

Who has never dreamed of going on a trip with his friends to Las Vegas to celebrate a bachelor party? This is the story of three happy lurons, except that nothing will happen as planned, far from it! Waking up without remembering the past evening, losing the groom-to-be or even a tooth. We won't tell you more about it!

Under the spotlight :

Very Bad Trip is inspired by a true story! Missing during his bachelor party, a close friend of the producer is found in a strip bar in Las Vegas, accompanied by a huge bill to settle!

Cult scene :

Discovering an unknown baby, the next evening: " - Whose baby is this? - Just look at her necklace. »