For a quarter of a century, poker fans have been obsessed with the movie Rounders. To some extent, the film was so good that it has made any attempt to make another poker movie with different characters in look pale by comparison. Where Rounders is criticised is only in never coming back for more. Mike… Continue reading What Happened to Mike McDermott After the End of Rounders?

For every fantastic poker movie of the past 25 years (Rounders, Mississippi Grind), there’s been another which missed the mark. But the poker world (for better and for worse) isn’t lacking in incredible storylines, interesting characters, and dramatic tension. From epic biopics and romantic melodramas to buddy comedies and political thrillers, the poker world should… Continue reading Five True-Life Poker Stories Primed To Be Hollywood Blockbusters

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