I don't understand what the hype is all about. This film had great potential but it rapidly fell apart near the ending. 4 corrupt cops, gambling addict, cheating behind backs, and stealing cash from the bad guys. Ray Liota can't live without his lucky lighter, somehow loses it and yes, of course, his luck quickly runs dry. Daniel Baldwin is the other problem. His acting was horrendous causing it be one of the main causes why this film failed in the short run. This could have been a great hit but it was summarized by 4 goof-ball cops that can't seem to hold it without making stupid mistakes. The plot of the story was very predictable.