Drama · Comedy
The Vortex
In 1980 Las Vegas, a Native Paiute cleaning lady enters a slots room at the MGM Grand Casino, setting off a chain of strange and unexplained events. Meanwhile, in-house comic Pete plays shrink to a host of colorful misfits while dodging mobsters and collectors. Struggling with a gambling addiction, he faces a life-altering decision that may determine his fate.
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Billy Gardell
Pete
Jaina Lee Ortiz
Ginny
Jamie McShane
The Pit Boss
Azita Ghanizada
Shirin B
Emily Alabi
Jackie
Nick Gomez
The Tech
Christopher Titus
Jimmy
Jeremy Luke
Johnnie B
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lovethem4ever.
9/4/2026
This is a fascinating study of gambling addiction and of human choices in the face of a dark and foreboding way of life. It relies on strong dialogue, good storytelling, nuanced direction and compelling and rich performances. Bravo to the filmmaker and the cast.
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