It’s hard to figure where it’s going, and when the movie’s over, it’s even harder figuring where it’s been. But the careening roller-coaster ride calling itself Smokin’ Aces [Mi$e à prix] is such a hoot to be on, who really cares? – The Baltimore Sun*

Someone should check Joe Carnahan for performance enhancement drugs. – The Philadelphia Inquirer*

Advisory: Strong violence, gore, dismemberment, harsh language and nudity. – The San Francisco Chronicle*