Casino

"Released five years after its iconic 'Goodfellas', 'Casino' feels like a continuation of several of the themes explored in its classic gangster film. This worked against it at the time, as it had a tepid response due to its similarities (both are, in their own way, stories of glorious rise and terrible fall in the world of crime). It's a solid film in its own right and, despite what may be flaws for many, such a story comes with phenomenal performances. Robert De Niro and Joe Pesci are excellent as always, but it is Sharon Stone (nominated for an Oscar and winner of the Golden Globe) who steals the show."