The Winner

1997

The Winner

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Movie Info

An average Joe becomes the target of various con-artists, gamblers and sleazeballs after word leaks that he possesses strange powers that render him unbeatable at gambling. This convoluted, off-beat Las Vegas-set crime drama centers on the attempts of the crooks to steal his luck.

Rating:

R (For strong language, along with some violence and sexuality.)
Genre:

Comedy, Drama, Mystery & Suspense
Directed By:

Alex Cox
Written By:

Wendy Riss
In Theaters:

Jul 25, 1997 wide
On Disc/Streaming:

Oct 21, 1997
Runtime:

92 minutes
Studio:

Norstar Entertainment

Cast

Rebecca De Mornay
as Louise

Billy Bob Thornton
as Jack

Pray for Rain

Vincent D'Onofrio
as Philip

Delroy Lindo
as Kingman

Michael Madsen
as Wolf

Frank Whaley
as Joey

Richard Edson
as Frankie

Saverio Guerra
as Paulie

Sy Richardson

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Critic Reviews for The Winner

All Critics (6) | Fresh (1) | Rotten (5)

The brash English filmmaker has made a film about a winner that is a loser.

Jan 20, 2004 | Rating: C | Full Review…

Dennis Schwartz
Ozus' World Movie Reviews
Whose The Winner?

Jan 12, 2003 | Rating: 5/10 | Full Review…

Josh Ralske
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Audience Reviews for The Winner

Dec 21, 2010

This is a parade of under appreciated talent. Why Alex Cox doesn't have more respect I'll never know. He earns it here, as do Vincent D'Onofrio and Frank Whaley. If you're a fan of any one of these people, then this fantasy noir may be for you.

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