"They called him Fast Eddie. He was a winner. He was a loser. He was a hustler."25 September 1961Drama, Romance134 mins
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.
Keiko, whom everyone calls Mama, narrates her story: she's a hostess on the Ginza, 30, a widow. She describes life's vicious cycle: acting cheerful around drunks, dressing and living well to convey confidence, needing money for these expenses and for her demanding mother and brother, and knowing she's growing older.
A writer meets five widows on a train to Puri. As the six lives begin to intertwine, the theme of the taboos of widowhood emerge; but so, too, does a philosophy of life and hope for the future.
Two years after a Super Bowl win when NFL head coach Sean Payton is suspended, he goes back to his hometown and finds himself reconnecting with his 12-year-old son by coaching his Pop Warner football team.
A historical drama that illustrates Russian author Leo Tolstoy's struggle to balance fame and wealth with his commitment to a life devoid of material things.
Two boys – the prince Edward and the pauper Tom – are born on the same day. Years later, when young teenage Tom sneaks into the palace garden, he meets the prince.
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The Hustler (1961) directed by Robert Rossen. Written by Robert Rossen and Sidney Carroll. Adapted from the 1959 novel The Hustler written by Walter Tevis.
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An up-and-coming pool player plays a long-time champion in a single high-stakes match. Stars: Paul Newman Jackie Gleason Piper Laurie.
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The Hustler (1961)
from the TV 40 Summer Film Festival '86.
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