Hard Eight 1997
“If you stay in the game long enough, you'll see everything, win everything, and lose everything.”
What is Hard Eight?
Hard Eight is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 102 minutes
- Release date
- Feb 28, 1997
- Studios
- Trinity Filmed Entertainment, Rysher Entertainment, Green Parrot
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
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Overview
Hard Eight is a film first released in 1997. Catalogued under Drama, Crime. Produced and broadcast by Trinity Filmed Entertainment, Rysher Entertainment, Green Parrot. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A seasoned gambler takes a young drifter under his wing in Reno's underworld.”
- Strong performances by veteran actors
- Atmospheric depiction of Reno's gambling scene
- Engaging character study of mentorship
- Pacing can feel deliberate
- The bleak tone may not suit all viewers
Watch it if you enjoy moody crime dramas about unlikely friendships.
The film features adult themes, including gambling, prostitution, and profanity, making it suitable for mature audiences.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Hard Eight?
It was directed by Paul Thomas Anderson.
When was Hard Eight released?
It premiered in the United States on February 28, 1997.
What is the film based on?
Hard Eight expands on Anderson's 1993 short film Cigarettes & Coffee.
Who are some of the lead actors?
The cast includes Philip Baker Hall, John C. Reilly, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Samuel Jackson.
What genre does Hard Eight belong to?
It is classified as a drama and crime film.
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