Wild Card
Director: Simon West
Actors: Jason Statham, Michael Angarano, Dominik Garcia
PlotNick Wild is a Las Vegas bodyguard with lethal professional skills and a personal gambling problem. When a friend is beaten by a sadistic thug, Nick strikes back, only to find out the thug is the son of a powerful mob boss. Suddenly, Nick has a target on his back and is plunged into the criminal underworld. With his life in grave danger, Nick has to navigate through professional hitmen while using his unique set of skills to stay alive. Meanwhile, his struggles with his gambling addiction continue to haunt him, complicating his relationships and his self-worth.
As the stakes get higher, Nick decides to play one last game to try and regain his dignity and independence. He concocts a plan to leave Vegas forever, dreaming of a future free from the clutches of his vices and enemies. While orchestrating his exit, Nick takes on one last job to help a young gambler who's arrived in town. Caught between a newfound connection and his desire to escape, Nick's skills are put to the ultimate test as he tries to outrun and outsmart the forces that seek to drag him down.
Writers: William Goldman
Release Date: 14 Jan 2015
Runtime: 92 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Wild Card: flawed yet entertaining, strong tech but lacks novelty. Appeals to Statham fans.
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