The Hustler
One sheet 1961 classic film
"The Hustler," a high-stakes drama starring Paul Newman as the ambitious pool shark "Fast" Eddie Felson. This specific "billiard ball" design is a popular re-release version of the poster, known for its vibrant pop-art aesthetic.
Movie Overview
Directed by Robert Rossen, the film is a gritty character study set in the world of underground pool halls. It follows Eddie's desire to break into the "major leagues" by challenging the legendary champion Minnesota Fats, played by Jackie Gleason.
Themes: Beyond pool, the story explores deep themes of ambition, self-destruction, and the psychological price of winning versus personal integrity.
Cultural Impact: The film is credited with sparking a major resurgence in the popularity of pool in the United States, making the game appear "cool" and respectable to the general public.
Legacy: It received nine Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and won for Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction. In 1997, it was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry for its cultural significance.
Key Cast and Characters
Actor Role Description
Paul Newman "Fast" Eddie Felson A talented but arrogant young hustler seeking to be the best.
Jackie Gleason Minnesota Fats The dapper, composed pool champion Eddie aims to dethrone.
Piper Laurie Sarah Packard Eddie's troubled love interest who cares for him after a personal defeat.
George C. Scott Bert Gordon A manipulative gambler who agrees to bankroll Eddie for a steep personal cost.
"The Hustler," a high-stakes drama starring Paul Newman as the ambitious pool shark "Fast" Eddie Felson. This specific "billiard ball" design is a popular re-release version of the poster, known for its vibrant pop-art aesthetic.
Movie Overview
Directed by Robert Rossen, the film is a gritty character study set in the world of underground pool halls. It follows Eddie's desire to break into the "major leagues" by challenging the legendary champion Minnesota Fats, played by Jackie Gleason.
Themes: Beyond pool, the story explores deep themes of ambition, self-destruction, and the psychological price of winning versus personal integrity.
Cultural Impact: The film is credited with sparking a major resurgence in the popularity of pool in the United States, making the game appear "cool" and respectable to the general public.
Legacy: It received nine Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, and won for Best Cinematography and Best Art Direction. In 1997, it was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry for its cultural significance.
Key Cast and Characters
Actor Role Description
Paul Newman "Fast" Eddie Felson A talented but arrogant young hustler seeking to be the best.
Jackie Gleason Minnesota Fats The dapper, composed pool champion Eddie aims to dethrone.
Piper Laurie Sarah Packard Eddie's troubled love interest who cares for him after a personal defeat.
George C. Scott Bert Gordon A manipulative gambler who agrees to bankroll Eddie for a steep personal cost.
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