Molly's Game (2017)

About Molly's Game

"Molly's Game" is a dramatic film based on the memoir of the same name by Molly Bloom. Released in 2017, it tells the story of a young, charismatic woman who becomes the target of an FBI investigation after the underground poker empire she operates for Hollywood celebrities, athletes, business tycoons, and the Russian mob, comes crashing down. This high-stakes poker game resulted in a scandal that rocked the world of entertainment.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by Aaron Sorkin, making his directorial debut. Despite being his first time behind the camera, Sorkin created a riveting story combined with excellent character development. It was produced by STX Entertainment and distributed by STXfilms.

Actors

• Jessica Chastain as Molly Bloom: Chastain portrays the ambitious and intelligent Molly masterfully, creating a complex character that viewers are drawn to.
• Idris Elba as Charlie Jaffey: As Molly's lawyer, Elba delivers a strong performance, showcasing profound character depth.
• Kevin Costner as Larry Bloom: Costner plays Molly's demanding and strict father, a role he tetrahedron with conviction.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The film's screenplay was written by Aaron Sorkin, who is known for writing fast-paced, quick-witted dialogue.
• It's the true story of Molly Bloom, an Olympic-class skier who ran the world's most exclusive high-stakes poker game for a decade before being arrested in the middle of the night by FBI agents.
• "Molly's Game" marks the first time that Aaron Sorkin not only wrote the screenplay, but directed the film as well.

Awards

"Molly's Game" was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Adapted Screenplay and a BAFTA Award for Best Adapted Screenplay. It also received multiple nominations for Jessica Chastain's leading performance.

Quotes

• "I'll be hosting a game in this suite every Tuesday night. First buy-in, two hundred and fifty thousand." - Molly Bloom
• "It's not about the money, it's about being in control." - Molly Bloom
• "Your addiction is having power over powerful men." - Charlie Jaffey

Music, Soundtrack

• The original film score was composed by Daniel Pemberton. His music perfectly underlined the tension and drama of the scenes.
• The soundtrack features well-chosen popular songs that set the right ambiance for each scene. These include "C'est si bon" by Eartha Kitt, "Criminal" by Fiona Apple, and "Just Dropped In (To See What Condition My Condition Was In)" by Kenny Rogers & The First Edition.