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The Hustler is a 1961 drama film, directed by Robert Rossen. It tells the story of small-time pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson, who challenges legendary pool player "Minnesota Fats".
The Hustler: Directed by Robert Rossen. With Paul Newman, Jackie Gleason, Piper Laurie, George C. Scott. An up-and-coming pool player plays a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match.
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. Watchlist
Jun 23, 2002 · The film provided Paul Newman's breakthrough into the first rank of Hollywood actors, but it is instructive to see how important the other actors are; how "The Hustler" benefited by being made before the big-money star was required to appear in almost every shot.
The Hustler. Paul Newman heads a superb cast featuring Jackie Gleason, George C. Scott and Piper Laurie in the riveting film that received an Academy Award® nomination as Best Picture of 1961...
Tim M Suckering the audience in with tension and a driven Paul Newman, The Hustler finds its groove in a slick mood and layered themes on the nature of winning.
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Brassy pool shark Paul Newman travels the small-town circuit while heading for a big-time showdown in this 1961 classic.
