Casino is the story of one man’s obsession with gambling and his struggle to win, lose, and survive in a world where money is everything. The film features the opulent decor, blaring music, and flashing lights synonymous with Las Vegas casinos where patrons eat, drink, and try their luck at poker tables, roulette wheels, and slot machines.
While casino gamblers are a diverse group, all of them share some similar characteristics. Many are regulars who strut around with confidence, expecting to win big, while others are looking for a way to make up for their previous losses. Regardless of the motive, they all have fun, and with music blaring and coins clinking, the atmosphere is upbeat and lively.
As any gambler knows, nothing in a casino is left to chance, and the longer you play, the more money you will lose. The house always wins. But that doesn’t mean you won’t have a good time, or at least that your experience will be fun enough to keep you coming back for more gambling.
To maximize their profits, casinos do all they can to make the experience as enjoyable as possible for their guests. This includes making it easy to find their way around, something called navigability. It also means making it clear that you’re not there to give away free money, but rather to encourage patrons to spend their money for a chance to win. This is why many casinos offer amenities like hotel rooms, restaurants, and live entertainment to make it more appealing to gamblers.