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Shade (2003)

"Lie, cheat, steal... your deal!"

6.220031h 41mEN
ActionThrillerCrime

Directed by Damian Nieman

Rating

6.2/10

Runtime

1h 41m

Language

EN

Release

May 18, 2003

Director

Damian Nieman

Official Trailer

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Overview

Tiffany, Charlie and Vernon are con artists looking to up the ante from their typical scams. They figure a good way of doing this is taking down Dean "The Dean" Stevens, a well-known cardsharp, in a rigged game. However, they first need enough money to enter a game with Stevens, so they decide to st...

Cast

Stuart Townsend

Stuart Townsend

Vernon

Sylvester Stallone

Sylvester Stallone

Dean 'The Dean' Stevens

Jamie Foxx

Jamie Foxx

Larry Jennings

Gabriel Byrne

Gabriel Byrne

Charlie Miller

Thandiwe Newton

Thandiwe Newton

Tiffany

Melanie Griffith

Melanie Griffith

Eve

Hal Holbrook

Hal Holbrook

The Professor

Roger Guenveur Smith

Roger Guenveur Smith

Marlo

Bo Hopkins

Bo Hopkins

Lieutenant Scarne

Dina Merrill

Dina Merrill

Dina

Patrick Bauchau

Patrick Bauchau

Malini

B-Real

B-Real

Nate

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Shade (2003), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Tiffany, Charlie and Vernon are con artists looking to up the ante from their typical scams. They figure a good way of doing this is taking down Dean "The Dean" Stevens, a well-known cardsharp, in a rigged game. However, they first need enough money to enter a game with Stevens, so they decide to strike a deal with fellow crook Larry Jennings to scam a local gangster -- which turns out to be a bad idea.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Shade. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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