The Card Counter (5.3/10)

This movie had high expectations with Oscar Isaac, Tiffany Haddish, and Williams Defoe as the stars, however, it was boring and the story dragged. It was not compelling enough to pay attention to. William Tell (Oscar Isaac) is a gambler and former serviceman who sets out to reform a young man seeking revenge on a mutual enemy from their past. Tell just wants to play cards. His spartan existence on the casino trail is shattered when he is approached by Cirk, a vulnerable and angry young man seeking help to execute his plan for revenge on a military colonel. Tell sees a chance at redemption through his relationship with Cirk. This movie received 85% from critics on rotten tomatoes but I have to agree with the audience giving this movie in the 40% range. Not for me.