The Card Counter

The Card Counter

He's Playing the Hand He Was Dealt.

Directed by Paul Schrader

Produced by Redline Entertainment, LB Entertainment

2021112 min6.1 / 10

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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  • 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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