The Color of Money
The Color of Money
“ The Hustler isn't what he used to be. But he has the next best thing. A kid who is. ”
CINEMA1986-10-17
RegionUS
Runtime119 MIN
Media TypeMovie
PRODUCTION COMPANIES
Nexus Editorial Perspective Nexus Original
“A polished studio film about skill, age, and competition that continues Scorsese's fascination with male anxiety and the need to prove oneself.”
Storyline
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. E...
DIRECTOR / DirectorTOPIC
Martin Scorsese
KEYWORDS
sportspool billiardshustlertalentinspirationalunderstated
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Collection: The Hustler Collection
The Hustler is a 1961 movie directed by Robert Rossen. It tells the story of a young pool hustler, Edward "Fast Eddie" Felson, who challenges the legendary Minnesota Fats. The film was a critical and commercial success and was nominated for multiple Academy Awards. The Color of Money is a 1986 film directed by Martin Scorsese. It continues the story of "Fast Eddie" from the first film, with Newman reprising his role as Fast Eddie. The film begins more than 25 years after the events of the previous film, with Eddie retired from the pool circuit.
