The Poker House
Lust, drugs and violence... no place for a kid.
Lust, drugs and violence... no place for a kid.
Drama
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2008
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Agnes and her two sisters struggle through a day in a home overrun by gamblers, thieves, and johns.
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Rated:
R
Runtime:
93 min
Release date:
20 Jun 2008
Country:
US
Languages:
English, Spanish
Budget:
$1,000,000
Revenue:
$0
Awards:
1 win & 1 nomination.
Top Critics Reviews
fresh:
The Poker House is one of the most personal, wounded films in years. That it is also one of the most confused reflects how deeply it springs from the psyche of its director.
– John Wheeler,
L.A. Weekly,
16 Jul 2009
fresh:
Regardless of whether the film is all fiction or all true or a mix, it has a ring of truth about it strong enough to sustain a defy-all-odds finish.
– Kevin Thomas,
Los Angeles Times,
20 Jul 2009
rotten:
Overall, the pacing feels languid to the point of meandering, relying too heavily on old soul records (and a final eight-track sing-along) for momentum and energy.
– Peter Debruge,
Variety,
17 Nov 2014
rotten:
While the film has strong moments and performances, it illustrates the dangers of overly personal filmmaking.
– Stephen Farber,
Hollywood Reporter,
17 Nov 2014