The Color of Money
1986
Former pool hustler "Fast Eddie" Felson decides he wants to return to the game by taking a pupil. He meets talented but green Vincent Lauria and proposes a partnership. As they tour pool halls, Eddie teaches Vincent the tricks of scamming, but he eventually grows frustrated with Vincent's showboat antics, leading to an argument and a falling-out. Eddie takes up playing again and soon crosses paths with Vincent as an opponent.
Director:
Martin Scorsese
Writers:
Walter Tevis, Richard Price
Awards:
Won 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 10 nominations total
Production:
Martin Scorsese
Country:
United States
