Mississippi Grind

In this 2015 film directed by Anna Boden and Ryan Fleck, the story follows Gerry, a down-on-his-luck gambler, who teams up with the charismatic Curtis in a high-stakes journey through the American South. As they chase a big poker game in New Orleans, their friendship is tested by the allure of fortune and the demons of addiction. Starring Ben Mendelsohn and Ryan Reynolds, the film explores themes of luck, friendship, and redemption. While it didn’t receive major awards, it was praised for its performances and character-driven narrative. For those interested, the movie can be viewed for free on Soap2day.