During early WW 2, the cynical proprietor of Rick’s Cafe in Casablanca is asked for help by a number of refugees from Nazism, including his former lover.
Casablanca (1942)
New Orleans (1947)
A racist film, typical of its time, wherein Blacks play subservient roles, but redeemed by the music of Louis Armstrong & Billy Holiday (her only feature film!).
Uncut Gems (2019)
Uncut Gems is the story of a gambling-addicted NYC Jewish jeweler entrapped in his dangerous schemes.
Last Vegas (2013)
Four buddies meet in Las Vegas for a bachelor party when one of them proposes to a woman half his age. An old feud is settle, & new love arises.
Runner Runner
A grad student becomes mixed up with an internet gambling tycoon in Costa Rica, and is soon over his head dealing with thugs and the FBI.