Hard Eight

Hard Eight is a 1996 American neo-noir crime drama film written and directed by Paul Thomas Anderson. The movie features Philip Baker Hall, John C. Reilly, Gwyneth Paltrow, and Samuel L. Jackson in the cast. It was distributed by The Samuel Goldwyn Company and Netflix, with Jon Brion composing the score and Mark Bridges serving as costume designer. The narrative is set in the Las Vegas Valley and centers on gambling.

The film has a runtime of approximately 101 to 102 minutes. It was released in the United States on February 28, 1997, and is available via video on demand. Production involved Trinity Filmed Entertainment, Rysher Entertainment, and Green Parrot. The story follows a stranger who mentors a young Reno gambler. Critical reception includes a 6.9 out of 10 rating, an 81% score, and a 78 out of 100 assessment.