Nicky Santoro (Joe Pesci) walks us through his entry into Vegas life — part intimidation, part reputation — before Ace Rothstein (Robert De Niro) takes over, explaining why Nicky’s methods were both effective and volatile. As Ace busts two scammers on the floor and drags them into the backroom, we see how order is kept in the casino: through fear, precision, and violence — and Nicky makes sure everyone gets the message.
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Scorsese’s Casino isn’t just about money — it’s about the ecosystem of control. In this brutal sequence, charm, loyalty, and civility all disappear behind the velvet curtain, revealing what it really takes to protect the house.
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