Two for the Money (film)

Two for the Money is a 2005 American dramasports film directed by D. J. Caruso and starring Al Pacino, Matthew McConaughey, Rene Russo, Armand Assante and Carly Pope. The film is about the world of sports gambling.

Langs indepth knowledge of the game, leagues and players brings in big winnings and bigger clients. Abrams cable television show, The Sports Advisors, skyrockets in popularity when he adds Langs slick John Anthony persona to the desk, infuriating Jerry Sykes Jeremy Piven, who up to now has been Walters inhouse expert. Langs total image is remade new car, new wardrobe and a new look with the assistance of Walters wife, Toni Russo, a hair stylist.Things suddenly go south, however, when Lang begins playing his hunches instead of doing his homework. He loses his touch and is even physically assaulted by the thugs of a gambler Armand Assante who lost a great deal of money following Langs advice. Lang and Abrams oncesolid relationship sours. ........

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