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Gambling movies remain as popular today as they did back in the 1960s. This is because the basic premise of gambling appeals to everyone thanks to its overarching depiction of the importance of luck in life. The idea is that, for the audience, chance could change their trajectory. There's the thrilling anticipation of waiting for the roulette ball to fall or the next turn of a card. Also, many protagonists are somehow flawed characters, which in many ways makes them more real and accessible.

If you've ever stood at the roulette table in a real land-based casino, then you'll know just how exciting and immersive the game can be. With big money bets and the anticipation of the spinning wheel and ivory ball, everyone is thrilled and enthusiastic about their chances of winning. Movie directors have taken this passion and used it to create some of the most memorable films in the history of cinema. Along with excellent scripts, these all make for a great Saturday night movie experience.