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The Vortex
(2025)Synopsis
In 1980 Las Vegas, a Native Paiute cleaning lady enters a slots room at the MGM Grand Casino, setting off a chain of strange and unexplained events. Meanwhile, in-house comic Pete plays shrink to a host of colorful misfits while dodging mobsters and collectors. Struggling with a gambling addiction, he faces a life-altering decision that may determine his fate.
Top Billed Cast
Billy Gardell
Pete
Jaina Lee Ortiz
Ginny
Jamie McShane
The Pit Boss
Azita Ghanizada
Shirin B
Community Reviews
“This is a fascinating study of gambling addiction and of human choices in the face of a dark and foreboding way of life. It relies on strong dialogue, good storytelling, nuanced direction and compelling and rich performances. Bravo to the filmmaker and the cast.”
