POKER
(2014) Documentary, 90min
Poker, once aimed at initiates, is now becoming more and more popular with the advent of online gaming.
This film immerses us in the world of a game’s ongoing profound changes. From the Montreal Indian Casino to the Las Vegas World Series of Poker, we follow veterans André Boyer and Isabelle Mercier, as well as young wolves, including World Champion Jonathan Duhamel and Érik Cajelais. These players share their passion for the game, as well as the lifestyle that goes along this consuming passion.
Following world champions and young wolves, this documentary goes all-in on the World of Poker.
Production Company: UBIQUE | Film
Director: Pierre Brochu and Jean-Philippe Brochu
Co-Director: Jean-Philippe Brochu
Producer: Pierre Brochu
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