The Casino Craze in Pop Culture: Why We’re Obsessed With Gambling

Story by Chris Gore

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Exploring the enduring allure of casinos and gambling in pop culture, from films and TV to music and video games, revealing how these narratives captivate audiences and reflect society's obsession with risk and reward.

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Martin Scorsese's 1995 film 'Casino' blends the glamour and grit of the Las Vegas casino empire, juxtaposing the world of high rollers with the underbelly of organized crime, creating a compelling portrait of the risks and consequences of the gambling lifestyle.
Indie filmmakers like 'Mississippi Grind' (2015) and 'The Gambler' (2014) have begun to explore the darker, more psychological aspects of addiction and desperation within the casino culture, challenging the glossy surface and questioning the social impact of this cultural obsession.

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Martin Scorsese, Film Threat, Casino, Ocean's Eleven, 21, Breaking Bad, Grand Theft Auto, Red Dead Redemption 2, Mississippi Grind, The Gambler

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