Review of The Hustler (1961) by Tor M — 02 Dec 2017

Eddie Felson, acted out by Paul Newman, is a notorius pool hustler. He hits smaller pool clubs, acts out his enemies, knows when he can beat them deep by their pockets and leave. He's on the lookout for one man. One man that possibly may be better than him, but he is full of cash. Minnensota Fats, a big guy, known for his skills is trackes down and the game is on. After a day-lenghty game they stop the game. The re-mach is bound to happen, but laying low is much needed for Eddie. The rebuild of cash and guts takes both time and friends turning enemies. Will there be a last meeting?

A very nice pool film, most certainly the best of it's kind. It's fictional but is hard to not find realistic and interesting enough to be a legit sports story. Newman is ace, George Scott is great as Bert and other casted people are great on the set. The story is lovely paced and develops constantly. There is also a girl here and loads of cigarettes involved and there are heavy drinking all over.

Great dialogues and scenes with that hint of drama and small moments of prime scenes and happenings.

8 out of 10 cues.