The Gambler (2014)

"There's enough swaggering cynicism for three pictures but barely enough soul to sustain even one - a stylish, energetic but disappointingly glib remake of Karel Reisz's still-potent 1974 drama."

"Wahlberg finds his most interesting role since The Departed in a film that's heavy on atmosphere and suspense but shy of a full deck when it comes to characterisation."

"What's mostly missing from is a sense of why Jim is so insistent on squandering his money, privilege and patrimony."

"Despite stylish direction [and] a few arresting set pieces, never manages to make sense of William Monahan's often laughably overripe screenplay."

"A consistently entertaining game of chicken Jim plays with his life."

"In nearly every scene, Wahlberg carries off the central role with what could be called determined elan."

"A rare grown up thriller, full of interesting bits and a strong turn from Wahlberg. But as a whole Wyatt's film doesn't grip as it might."