
The Card Counter
He's Playing the Hand He Was Dealt.
Directed by Paul Schrader
Produced by Redline Entertainment, LB Entertainment
A meditative character study of a haunted ex-soldier drawn into a cycle of revenge and redemption, marked by moral ambiguity and the weight of past trauma.
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.
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Questions people ask
Is The Card Counter sad? Yes, very. More sad than 96% of films.
Does The Card Counter end with hope? Barely. Less hopeful than 80% of films.
Is The Card Counter easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 73% of films.
Is The Card Counter violent? Somewhat. More violent than 68% of films.
Is The Card Counter scary? Somewhat. More frightening than 61% of films.
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Like The Card Counter
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
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Like The Card Counter, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Card Counter, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Card Counter, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.




























































