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21 (2008)

"They proved the Vegas Blackjack System was beatable...by beating the hell out of it."

6.720082h 3mEN
DramaCrime

Directed by Robert Luketic

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

2h 3m

Language

EN

Release

March 27, 2008

Director

Robert Luketic

Official Trailer

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Overview

Ben Campbell is a young, highly intelligent student at M.I.T. who strives to succeed. Wanting a scholarship to transfer to Harvard School of Medicine to become a doctor, Ben learns that he cannot afford the $300,000 tuition as he comes from a poor, working-class background. But one evening, Ben is i...

Cast

Jim Sturgess

Jim Sturgess

Ben Campbell

Kevin Spacey

Kevin Spacey

Micky Rosa

Kate Bosworth

Kate Bosworth

Jill Taylor

Aaron Yoo

Aaron Yoo

Choi

Liza Lapira

Liza Lapira

Kianna

Jacob Pitts

Jacob Pitts

Fisher

Laurence Fishburne

Laurence Fishburne

Cole Williams

Jack McGee

Jack McGee

Terry

Josh Gad

Josh Gad

Miles

Sam Golzari

Sam Golzari

Cam

Helen Carey

Helen Carey

Ellen Campbell

Jack Gilpin

Jack Gilpin

Bob Phillips

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into 21 (2008), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Ben Campbell is a young, highly intelligent student at M.I.T. who strives to succeed. Wanting a scholarship to transfer to Harvard School of Medicine to become a doctor, Ben learns that he cannot afford the $300,000 tuition as he comes from a poor, working-class background. But one evening, Ben is introduced by his unorthodox math professor to a small but secretive club of five students, Jill, Choi, Kianna, and Fisher, who are being trained by Professor Rosa to count cards at blackjack.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of 21. 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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