A fascinating behind the scene look at complex strategies, emotions and analytical aspects of poker. Table presence and controlling the game is critical for winning Hold'em. Phil shows you how to take control of the table.

Meeting the Pros Going All In

Gus Hansen - A three-time World Poker Tour Champion, Gus is widely respected as the best strategist in the game. His aggresive style of play unnerves even the most seasoned players. The "Great Dane" is the most sucessful player in World Poker Tour history.

Phill Laak - Quirky, controversial and successful are the words used to describe the World Poker Tour Champion Phil "Unabomber" Laak. Easily identified by his grey hooded sweatshirt and unorthadox table antics, Phil is a consistent winner on the tour.

Antonio Esfandiari - "The Magician" is the youngest player ever to win a million dollar prize in a poker tournament and the youngest player to win a televised World Poker Tour event. The undisputed master of chip tricks, Antonio is a rising young gun on the tour.

Andy Bloch - "The smartest player on the planet" is how other players refer to Andy "The Rock" Bloch. Andy holds degrees from both Harvard and MIT! A regular at final tables, Andy is a former manager of the legendary MIT Blackjack team.

What's on this DVD?

Controlling The Game - Phil (Unabomber) Laak is on of the most colorful and intimidating players in the world. In this information-packed DVD, the Unabomber pulls off the hood to reveal the emotional aspect of professional poker. Phil gives an in depth look a tthe math behind Hold'em, how your bankroll impacts betting and how to recognize the rocks and squeezers.

Approximate running time: 56 minutes