The Poker House 2008
“Lust, drugs and violence... no place for a kid.”
What is The Poker House?
Topic: Film "The Poker House" (2008). Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2008
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 93 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 20, 2008
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- The Poker House
- Budget
- $1,000,000
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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Topic: Film "The Poker House" (2008).
Goal: Factual, original 150-190 word overview.
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Source [1]: Title: The Poker House (2008). Rating: R. US Release: 06/20/2008. Genre: Drama. Runtime: 1h 33m. Tagline: Lust, drugs and violence... no place for a kid. Synopsis: Agnes and her two sisters struggle through a day in a home overrun by gamblers, thieves, and johns.
Source [2]: Title: The Poker House (subsequently retitled as Behind Closed Doors). Type: American independent drama film. Writer/Director: Lori Petty (directorial debut).
Source [3]: Cast and crew credits (no specific names provided in the snippet).
Source [4]: Synopsis: Agnes and her two sisters struggle through a day in a home overrun by gamblers, thieves, and johns.
Source [5]: Irrelevant (about Shannen Doherty).
Title: The Poker House (also known as Behind Closed Doors).
Year: 2008.
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Poker House worth watching?
The Poker House holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 147 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Poker House and when was it released?
The Poker House is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2008. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Poker House?
The Poker House was directed by Lori Petty.
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