
Maverick
In their hands, a deck of cards was the only thing more dangerous than a gun.
Directed by Richard Donner
Produced by Warner Bros. Pictures, Icon Productions
A lighthearted Western comedy-adventure built on charm, con artistry, and the chemistry between two roguish protagonists racing toward a high-stakes poker game.
Bret Maverick is a gambler who would rather con someone than fight them, and needs an additional $3k in order to enter a winner-takes-all poker game beginning in a few days. He joins forces with a woman with a marvelous Southern accent, and the two try and enter the game.
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Does Maverick end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 90% of films.
Is Maverick sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.
Is Maverick easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 82% of films.
Is Maverick scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 58% of films.
Is Maverick violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.
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