The word casino carries many connotations of fun and excitement. It is a place where champagne glasses clink, and locals and tourists mingle creating an incredible buzz. It is a place where people can try their hand at various games of chance, from the more traditional casino table games like blackjack and poker which require skill and strategy to play, or more relaxed games such as roulette or slot machines that offer an upbeat and exciting atmosphere.

While casinos do not necessarily need to be glamorous, it is important that they have a high level of security. With large sums of money on the line, there are always a few individuals who are looking to cheat or steal their way into a jackpot. That is why casinos invest a significant amount of time, effort and money into security.

On the floor of a casino, employees constantly watch patrons and their actions. Dealers can spot a variety of blatant cheating techniques such as palming and marking cards. Table managers and pit bosses have a broader view of the patrons at their tables and can see if there are suspicious betting patterns that could indicate cheating. Using elaborate surveillance systems, the casino can even have an eye-in-the-sky where security workers monitor every table, window and doorway from a separate room filled with banks of security monitors.

Casino is a great example of a film that takes all the elements of a casino and makes it into an action packed thriller with a gripping storyline. With Martin Scorsese at the helm, Casino is a must see for anyone who is a fan of action films.