: The film explores the pressure of natural talent and the frustration of being "born with the nerves of a soldier" in a world that only teaches how to be ordinary.
: Jim operates on an all-or-nothing philosophy, believing that unless you are a genius or a king, life is essentially "gray" and not worth living. The Gambler(2014)
: Unlike most gambling movies where characters want to win money, Jim seems to want to lose it all to strip himself of his identity and family wealth, seeking a "clean slate". The Famous "F*** You Money" Monologue : The film explores the pressure of natural