{ thoughts on a world of chance from David G. Schwartz }

Ocean’s DVD

January 31st, 2007 by Dave

It’s been a busy few days–I had class yesterday, and spent a few hours today in a Caesars Palace hotel room (In the Augustus Tower) shooting a commentary section for an Ocean’s 11/12 DVD set that’ll be out later this year.

They mostly asked me questions about casino security and surveillance. I had to delicately suggest that, while the movie wasn’t necessarily true to life, it was a fun enough action story. I almost went into, “Why I think the original was more fun,” but stopped myself. All in all, it was a lot of fun.

The Augustus Tower room was finely appointed, but I think, with my brown suit, I blended into the brown couch. At least my earth tones complemented the setting.

If you’re interested in the Pussycat Dolls, the “Pussycat Dolls Casino” is just about done. It’s a few table games and whatnot across from the Elton John store. I almost snuck a few pictures, but figured that it’ll be open soon enough anyway. One highlight” leopard-print carpet. Seriously.

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David G. Schwartz

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is the online home of David G. Schwartz, who writes extensively about Las Vegas, gambling, and history.

He's the Director of the Center for Gaming Research at UNLV and has a Ph.D. in United States history from UCLA. He's also taught a range of subjects, running the gamut from hospitality security to gambling history to writing creative non-fiction.

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