Croupier (1998)
Jack Manfred is an aspiring writer going nowhere fast. To make ends meet, and against his better judgement, he takes a job as a croupier. He finds himself drawn into the casino world and the job gradually takes over his life; his relationship with girlfriend Marion begins to deteriorate. One gambler in particular catches his attention: Jani, whom he starts to see outside of working hours - a serious violation of casino rules. Jani is down on her luck; under pressure from her creditors she approaches Jack, asking him to be the inside man for a planned heist at the casino. Jack carefully considers the odds; it all looks so simple, but even a professional like Jack can't predict the cards he will be dealt.
The Studio Murder Mystery (1932)
The temperamental diva starring in a Hollywood period epic is murdered on camera. Because the scene in done on an underlit set, it's difficult for Inspector Carr to identify the killer, but Dr. Crabtree finds other clues that lead him to the killer.
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