The Vortex

Name: The Vortex
Director: Richard Zelniker
Genre: Drama, Comedy
Released: 2025-01-01
Duration: 83 min
Cast: Billy Gardell, Jaina Lee Ortiz, Jamie McShane, Azita Ghanizada, Emily Alabi

2025Dir. Richard Zelniker1h 23m

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Runtime1h 23m

Released2025

Box office$8K

DirectorRichard Zelniker

About This Movie

So, 'The Vortex' brings you back to 1980s Las Vegas, where the glitz just can't mask the underlying chaos. You've got this Native Paiute cleaning lady - she stumbles into this slots room and, man, things spiral out of control in a really intriguing way. The pacing has this ebb and flow, mixing the comedic moments of in-house comic Pete with the darker undertones of his gambling struggles and those mobster threats. The character dynamics are rich, and the performances are quite layered, especially from the ensemble cast. It’s intriguing how it plays with themes of addiction and survival amid the surreal backdrop of the casino life. Definitely a unique piece in the comedy-drama space, wouldn't you say?

1980s Las Vegas settingIntriguing character dynamicsExplores themes of addiction and survival