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The Color of Money

Drama starring Tom Cruise and Paul Newman. An ageing liquor salesman and former pool hustler is inspired by a talented youngster to pick up his cue after a 25-year break.

Drama in which Paul Newman reprises his role from The Hustler. 'Fast' Eddie Felson, an ageing liquor salesman, is inspired by talented youngster Vincent to revisit the old days and take up the pool cue after a 25-year break. With the aid of the young man's girlfriend, he encourages his new-found apprentice to learn the hustler's art in backwater pool halls. It isn't long before both headstrong protege and mentor are gunning for the same big bucks.

1 hour, 59 minutes

Last on

Thu 20 Feb 2014 23:40

Credits

Role Contributor
Fast Eddie Felson Paul Newman
Vincent Lauria Tom Cruise
Carmen Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio
Janelle Helen Shaver
Julian John Turturro
Orvis Bill Cobbs
Amos Forest Whitaker
Player in Casino Bar Paul Herman
Lou Vito D'Ambrosio
Skinny Player on Road Iggy Pop
Diane Elizabeth Bracco
Kennedy Alvin Anastasia
Director Martin Scorsese
Writer Richard Price
Author Walter Tevis
Producer Irving Axelrad
Producer Barbara De Fina
Director of photography Michael Ballhaus

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