The Squeeze

Synopsis

In the movie The Squeeze, directed by Terry Jastrow and released in 2015, we follow the story of a talented young golfer, Augie Baccus, played by Jeremy Sumpter, who gets caught up in a high-stakes gambling scheme. Augie finds himself torn between his love for the game and the pressure to earn easy money through illegal means. As he delves deeper into the world of underground gambling, Augie must navigate a dangerous game of deception and risk everything he holds dear. With thrilling twists and turns, The Squeeze is a gripping tale of temptation, loyalty, and the ultimate price of greed.

Cast

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  Jeremy Sumpter

  Augie

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  Christopher McDonald

  Riverboat

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  Katherine LaNasa

  Jessie

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  Jillian Murray

  Natalie

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  Michael Nouri

  Jimmy Diamonds

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  David O'Donnell

  John Tom

Reviews

The Squeeze has received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised Jeremy Sumpter's performance as the lead, others found the plot to be predictable and lacking depth. Rotten Tomatoes critics consensus states, "The Squeeze's potentially interesting true story is hopelessly bogged down by uninspired direction and a frustrating dearth of suspense." IMDb rated the movie 5.4/10, with some viewers appreciating the golfing elements and the tension built throughout the film, but others criticizing the clichéd storyline. Metacritic gives The Squeeze a score of 26/100, highlighting its failure to fully capitalize on its promising premise and delivering a satisfactory viewing experience.