player 5150 be a gem of a film . it be a nice break from all those splashy special effect use nowadays to entertain audience . this be a good character drive story about a degenerate gambler that push it too far . anyone that have be involve with the rush of sport bet can relate to the plot and character . ethan embry delivers a stand out performance lead role joey . his delivery combine with facial expression make him seem like a true everyman catch up in a bad situation . i felt for the guy even though it be only a film . kathleen roberston be amaze . i only know her from her day on beverly hill 90210. bob sapp make a worthy cameo . despite not be an actor he wasn not terrific or terrible . overall i be entertain by player 5150. writer and director david michael oneil delivers a good film about the life of a gambler go out of control . if you enjoy character drive dramas give this one a chance .