The Hustler
Drama • NR • 1961 • 2 hr 14 min
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Depressing tale of a man who took too many chances and refused to grow up until the end. You get to see some incredible pool shots too.
It’s Paul Newman, do I really have to go on
The best movie about billiards of all time
Great actors. A story of a man who is simultaneously consumed by his ego, yet afraid to live up to his own potential.
This film revealed to me that I don’t know how to play pool properly.
A marvelous drama. Newman's performance of ruthless pool shark is sparkling. Gleeson is mature and more likeable.
Amazing performance by Paul Newman, great movie.
There aren't many black & white flicks I've enjoyed as much as this. It's just raw, the 60s were better times!
Simple plot gives a runway for some terrific acting performances. One of the best, if not the best sports movie ever.
Acting, script, direction & photography all come together to create a work of art. Stays true to itself to the end.
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Fast Eddie Felson is a small-time pool hustler with a lot of talent but a self-destructive attitude. His bravado causes him to challenge the legendary Minnesota Fats to a high-stakes match.
Former pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson decides he wants to return to the game by taking a pupil. He meets talented but green Vincent Lauria and proposes a partnership. As they tour pool halls, Eddie teaches Vincent the tricks of scamming, but he eventually grows frustrated with Vincent's showboat antics, leading to an argument and a falling-out. Eddie takes up playing again and soon crosses paths with Vincent as an opponent.
