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“Casino” is a 1995 American epic crime film directed by Martin Scorsese. It is based on the nonfiction book “Casino: Love and Honor in Las Vegas” by Nicholas Pileggi, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Scorsese. The film stars Robert De Niro, Sharon Stone, and Joe Pesci, among others.

The plot revolves around the rise and fall of Sam “Ace” Rothstein (played by De Niro), a mob-affiliated casino executive who is tasked with running the Tangiers Casino in Las Vegas. As Rothstein navigates the complex world of casino operations, he becomes involved in various criminal activities, including skimming profits for the Mafia. Alongside him is his unpredictable friend Nicky Santoro (played by Pesci) and his troubled wife Ginger McKenna (played by Stone).

The film explores themes of greed, power, loyalty, and betrayal, as well as the dark underbelly of the casino industry and organized crime in Las Vegas during the 1970s and 1980s.

“Casino” received critical acclaim for its direction, performances, and storytelling. It has since become regarded as one of Scorsese’s finest works and a classic in the crime genre. Robert De Niro’s portrayal of Sam Rothstein, in particular, is often praised for its depth and complexity.