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The Vortex
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The Vortex

2025-02-14 · 83 min · ★ 4.6

Drama · Comedy

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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Directors
Richard Zelniker
Production companies
Olliecorp, Lucid Pictures, 12 Miles Out Productions, Moon Howler
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Revenue
USD 7,528

Top Cast

Billy GardellBilly GardellPete
Jaina Lee OrtizJaina Lee OrtizGinny
Jamie McShaneJamie McShaneThe Pit Boss
Azita GhanizadaAzita GhanizadaShirin B
Emily AlabiEmily AlabiJackie
Nick GomezNick GomezThe Tech
Christopher TitusChristopher TitusJimmy
Jeremy LukeJeremy LukeJohnnie B
Shaan SharmaShaan SharmaAkosh
Nick GracerNick GracerLouie
Mary ScheerMary ScheerPat
Yolanda SnowballYolanda SnowballAlice

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