The supporting cast is also remarkable, with Sharon Stone offering a brilliant performance as Ginger McKenna, Ace’s wife.
Pesci’s performance as Nicky is chilling and intense while being one of his most memorable. He is a Chicago Outfit street thug who rises through the ranks to become Ace’s enforcer in Las Vegas. Nicky is a wild card, a man prone to violence, and isn’t afraid to take chances. Joe Pesci, who plays Nicky Santoro, is the perfect foil to Robert De Niro’s character. Robert De Niro’s portrayal of Ace Rothstein is stunning, and it is one of the best performances of his career. He is a master gambler but is easily susceptible to the temptations of the high life in Las Vegas. Ace is a man obsessed with control, order, and detail.
It digs into Las Vegas’s seedy underbelly, organized crime, and the dangerous world of high-stakes gambling.Īt the heart of the movie is Ace Rothstein, an expert gambler and sports handicapper brought in by the mob to run the Tangiers Casino. The movie is fast-paced with complex and multi-layered characters while exploring themes of greed, loyalty, and the consequences of actions. Download the RunPee app for free: Read more about the RunPee app.
