This film induced the ordinary as everything seemed to be very mundane. The lighting of the film was dark, and no set was radical or out of the ordinary. Everything down to the murder scenes did not evoke the emotions of the characters. However the exciting crime induced plot made this style of film incredibly enticing.
Bob “the high roller” is a very much a gentlemen, he keeps up appearance and tries to steer clear of crime. Even though he does eventually turn to crime, he is a criminal you want to see succeed. For a person who is a compulsive gambler and thief, he shows a strong moral code. He has a very paternal quality to him and in many situations shown as a care taker. For example; he has a young protégé that he points in the correct in direction. He also takes care of the young girl, by housing her and giving her money. His paternity and all around calmness reminds me of the modern day Tony Soprano.
The ending scene of the film was incredibly clever. Bob’s luck finally changed for the better and he could not lose. Forgetting about the “plan”, Bob wins all the money in the casino safe. This is wonderful irony and fits the overall undertone of the film.
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