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A thriller about a wealthy banker who is given a mysterious game by his brother that affects his life. Directed by David Fincher, starring Michael Douglas and Sean Penn, the film explores themes of conspiracy, identity and redemption.
With Michael Douglas, Sean Penn, Deborah Kara Unger, James Rebhorn. After a wealthy San Francisco banker is given an opportunity to participate in a mysterious game, his life is turned upside down as he begins to question if it might really be a concealed conspiracy to destroy him.
- (435K)
- Drama, Mystery, Thriller
- David Fincher
- 1997-09-12
When his estranged brother Conrad (Sean Penn) returns on his birthday with an odd gift -- participation in a personalized, real-life game -- Nicholas reluctantly accepts. Initially harmless, the...
- (65)
- David Fincher
- R
- Michael Douglas
Sep 19, 1997 · Michael Douglas plays a wealthy control freak who is forced to face his fears and vulnerabilities by a mysterious game. Roger Ebert praises the film's ingenious plot, dark style and witty dialogue, but warns of a final twist that may disappoint some viewers.
A wealthy San Francisco banker is tricked into playing a dangerous game by his brother and a mysterious company. He loses everything, including his sanity, and must face the consequences of his choices.
Sep 12, 1997 · In honor of his birthday, San Francisco banker Nicholas Van Orton, a financial genius and a cold-hearted loner, receives an unusual present from his younger brother, Conrad: a gift certificate to play a unique kind of game.
A psychological thriller directed by David Fincher and starring Michael Douglas as a wealthy investment banker who gets involved in a mysterious game that changes his life. The Criterion Collection Blu-ray edition features a new transfer, commentary, behind-the-scenes footage, and more.
