Card-table scenes have become a quiet staple in awards contenders, offering...

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Card-table scenes have become a quiet staple in awards contenders, offering rich opportunities for craft. Think of that slow rack focus in "The Card Counter," where the soft click of chips and the green felt’s glow build tension without words