21 (2008)

great movie

this movie was fantastic! i love jim sturgess in across the universe and he is equally amazing in this film. kevin spacey also does a spectacular job with his character September 29, 2008

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Based off the true story of the MIT kids who schemed their way through Vegas, 21, follows the shy, cute, genius, Ben Campbell (played by Jim Sturgess) through the ups and downs of gambling. His teacher Prof. Micky Rosa (Kevin Spacey) pushes him into joining an elite group of MIT students who have been taking trips to Vegas and winning thousands in black jack by counting cards.

Ben Campbell is trying to find a way to fund his new acceptance to Harvard Medical School, so he joins the team, and quickly finds himself stuffing thousands of dollars in his dorm room ceiling. In Vegas each of the members including Ben becomes their own character and enjoys the fabulous lifestyle of high gambles, partying, and even some high-end spending! Ben gradually works up the nerve to put the moves on his love interest, Jill Taylor (played by Kate Bosworth), and as soon as things are going good, like a good movie, things begin to fall apart. The money starts to get to some of the players, and eventually Ben. Also the strained relationships with his friends (who also don't know about his gambling), constantly traveling, etc., throw Ben for a loop. You also find out that professor Rosa isn't the most trustworthy of people to deal with.

I thought the movie was pretty entertaining, I never read the book, but heard about the story via CNN. Also Kevin Spacey is always great, and Jim Sturgess surprises with some decent acting. I was surprised when I found out he was actually British, you would never know from his accent in the movie. I wouldn't give it a four, because its not the best movie I've ever seen, but like i said, its pretty entertaining. I'd suggest picking it up if your having a slow night, it might surprise you!
September 29, 2008

21 - Blu-ray Info

Version: U.S.A / Region-A
MPEG-4 AVC BD-50 / BD-Java Enhanced / High Profile 4.1
Aspect ratio: 2.35:1
Running time: 2:02:41
Movie size: 36,13 GB
Disc size: 46,49 GB
Average video bit rate: 25.76 Mbps

Dolby TrueHD Audio English 1591 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 16-bit / 1591kbps (AC3 Core: 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps)
Dolby TrueHD Audio French 1563 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 16-bit / 1563kbps (AC3 Core: 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps)
Dolby TrueHD Audio Portuguese 1574 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 16-bit / 1574kbps (AC3 Core: 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps)
Dolby Digital Audio Spanish 640 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps
Dolby Digital Audio Thai 640 kbps 5.1 / 48kHz / 640kbps
Dolby Digital Audio English 192 kbps 2.0 / 48kHz / 192kbps

Subtitles : English / English SDH / Chinese (Traditional) / Chinese (Simplified) / French / Indonesian / Korean / Portuguese / Spanish / Thai

Number of chapters: 16

#Audio Commentary
#Theatrical Trailers (HD)
#Featurette
Basic Strategy: A Complete Film Journal (HD, 25 minutes)
Money Plays: A Tour of the Good Life (HD, 7 minutes)
21: The Advantage Player (HD, 5 minutes)
#Interactive Game: Virtual Blackjack September 28, 2008

GREAT MOVIE! KEVIN SPACEY IS WONDERFUL!

I gave this to someone and they said it was full of action and he loved Kevin Spacey. I am also a Kevin Spacey fan and I although I do not think this is his best part I always enjoy his acting. He brings different characters to life in a very unique way. My friend says see it. September 27, 2008

21

I think this film came at a great time when Poker Tournaments are huge these days. However, 21 focuses more on the main character using his skills of counting cards as part of what he needs to do to make money to go to medical school. Laurence Fishburne and Kevin Spacey turn out great performances here. However, the younger supporting cast including JIm Sturgess steals the show. You don't have to be a Poker love to love 21. I chose the SIngle-Disc edition because the only extra on the 2-Disc edition is the digital copy. September 26, 2008

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