THE HUSTLER (1961)

ROBERT ROSSEN

Drama Sport Ade Tastics Classics Romance BAFTA Winners Whisky's Wonders The Beck-fast Club Recommended

Cast

PAUL NEWMAN GEORGE C SCOTT PIPER LAURIE JACKIE GLEASON MYRON MC CORMICK WALTER TEVIS

Plot

A talented young pool whizz-kid being groomed for the big time comes to grief when he falls in love. A downbeat drama with some brilliantly handled and atmospheric pool hall scenes and a low-life romance. Outstanding performances all round.