The Gambler

2013 • 52 minutes

About this movie

Ever wanted to know what it feels like to lose €100,000 in a one day? Through 27-year old John O'Shea's journey from the Irish Poker Open through to the World Series of Poker in Las Vegas, this gripping doc let's us into this high-stakes world. His frank openness about his techniques, stratagems for big tournaments and how professional players target inexperienced online players and cash-in on them offers a unique view of the real existence of the modern gambler.

Ratings and reviews

Do not bother. This is a 52 minute explainer about a hard to understand Irish bloke who doesn't appear to be particularly strong at gambling. It’s not what you think it’s going to be, hard pass.