The read
A Balasaur Score of 84 out of 100, drawn from IMDb 7.9/10, Rotten Tomatoes 94%, Metacritic 90/100. The highest scoring of the 2 titles in its series.
Synopsis
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.
Ratings
IMDb7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic90/100
1,123 audience votes
Key crew
- Robert RossenDirector
- Robert RossenScreenplay
- Sidney CarrollScreenplay
- Kenyon HopkinsOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Paul NewmanEddie Felson
- Jackie GleasonMinnesota Fats
- Piper LaurieSarah Packard
- George C. ScottBert Gordon
- Myron McCormickCharlie Burns
- Murray HamiltonFindley
- Michael ConstantineBig John
- Stefan GieraschPreacher
- Clifford A. PellowTurk
- Jake LaMottaBartender
- Gordon B. ClarkeCashier
- Alexander RoseScore Keeper
Stills
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Themes
new york citysuicidebased on novel or booksportsgamblingalcoholmanagerpool billiardshustlermoneyblack and whitegame
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