Roulette is a casino game in which players place bets on either a single number, various groupings of numbers, the color red or black, whether the number is odd or even, and so forth. The wheel consists of 38 pockets, or compartments, numbered from 1 to 36 (or 37 on American tables). There are also two green pockets labeled 0 and 00. A croupier spins a ball on the wheel and when it lands in one of the pockets, if the player has bet correctly, they win.
Roullete is an excellent film, especially considering the minimal budget. It should serve as a reminder to producers that quality does not have to cost a fortune and that talent can shine through, even without major funding. In fact, many independent films tend to be more engaging and rewarding than their big-budget counterparts.
The movie is based on a true story of a gambling addict who attempts suicide through the use of a roulette machine. The film does a great job of showing how the decisions that are made in young adulthood can have devastating consequences for the rest of a person’s life. The pacing of the film enhances this theme. The characters are all highly believable. I recommend this film to anyone who wants a good, psychological thriller that will keep them on the edge of their seat.
Although the story of Roullete is based on a real-life event, the game itself dates back only to the 18th century. It is thought to have been derived from earlier games such as hoca and portique, which were played in Europe during the 17th century. The word “roulette” comes from the French expression “little wheel.” The wheel consists of a static bowl that houses the numbered pockets, and a rotating wheelhead with numbered grooves around its perimeter. The numbered slots are alternately colored in red and black, except for the 0 and 00 (which are green on American roulette wheels). Each time the croupier spins the wheel, the ball will land in one of these pockets. The bets placed by the players correspond to these slots. Each type of bet offers a different payout. Outside bets are more conservative plays, but they offer lower payouts if won. The Dozens Bet: This bet, known as douzaine in French, wagers that the winning number will be in one of the first 12 numbers on the layout (1-18), one of the second dozen (18-36), or both. If the winning number is in the first or last dozen, the payout is 2-1.
