The trailer for American Hustle is a star-studded montage of disco, danger and drama. Directed by David O. Russell and starring an ensemble cast of familiar faces, the film is based on a real scandal from the late 1970’s.
Irving Rosenfeld (Christian Bale) is the king of the con – he’s suave, sharp, and knows how to get the job done. He also knows how to surround himself with beautiful ladies. His partner in crime is the seductive Sydney Prosser (Amy Adams). He also has his alluring wife Rosalyn (Jennifer Lawrence) waiting for him when he comes home. He’s living the American dream.
Things escalate quickly when rogue FBI agent Richie DiMaso (Bradley Cooper) recruits Irving for a top-secret sting operation. He’s forced to use his con artistry to expose a corrupt network of high-level swindlers, mafia bosses, and dirty politicians. State assemblyman Carmine Polito (Jeremy Renner) finds himself caught in the middle of it all, and Irving’s unpredictable wife somehow emerges as the most powerful player in the game.
Apparently a life of crime has its fair share of ups and downs. One moment you’re drinking the finest champagne and admiring a suitcase full of cash, the next moment you’re getting slapped across the face and handcuffed by the feds.
Catch American Hustle in theaters on December 25, 2013. If you happen to be in LA or NYC – take advantage of early screenings on December 13th.