Down to the Felt – Movie Review

First Reaction – Down to the Felt is the typical gambler trying to get another chance.

Director: Jon Osbeck

Writer: Jon Osbeck, Ralph Scott, Dino Tripodis (Screenplay)

Cast

• Michael Stahl-David (Cloverfield)

• Scottie Thompson (12 Monkeys)

• Michael Weston (Pathology)

• Cullen Douglas

• Jo-Ann Robinson (We Have a Ghost)

Plot: With options dwindling, a gambler makes a risky bargain with a hitman, but fate deals an unexpected twist.

Runtime: 1 Hour 35 Minutes 

There may be spoilers in the rest of the review

Story: Down to the Felt starts when gambling addict Paul (Stahl-David) faces a deepening amount of debt. He loses his job, his home and owes mobsters massive amounts of money. Paul must move back in with his mother and is running out of options.

However, a night out watching the game, Paul needs a hitman, David (Weston), who makes him an unusual deal. Paul knows what the future holds and must decide which direction to take before it is too late.

Verdict on Down to the Felt

Recap

The movie follows a gambling addict with a mountain of debt and mobsters after their share of his money. He makes an unusual deal to protect his loved ones, but finds himself changed forever by the decision he originally made.

Best Parts

The performances are the most interesting part of the movie. They keep us understanding the conflict the characters are going through from Paul’s decision making, David’s battle with going through with the deal and many others.

Worst Parts

Everything about the story reveals Paul’s selfish mentality and leaves you questioning whether the redemption story is engaging enough. It feels like Paul has gone too far over the line with his debts to get such a positive new look on life.

Final Thoughts – Down to the Felt is a by-the-book thriller through addiction.

Photo Credit: Darren Lucas