When I think about the world of casino gambling, two notable motion pictures occur to my mind.
First, Martin Scorsese’s “Casino,” followed by Francis Ford Coppola’s “The Godfather.” Both films contain scenes of iconic dialogue that basically describe what this prosperous industry is comprised of: money, and entertainment. When I think of “Casino,” I think of Sam Rothstein’s (Robert DeNiro) intricate opening voiceover as to how the city of Las Vegas would bring in millions of gamblers each year, and then carefully fleece them of their well-earned dollars. When I think of “The Godfather,” I think of the scene where Michael Corleone (Al Pacino) speaks to Johnny Fontane (Al Martino) about his belief that having high-class entertainment in the casino showroom would be fruitful in drawing patrons into their gambling halls.