THE Hustle
Mar 24, 2020
3 minutes
Words and photographs: Stu Smith
The film (The Hustler) tells the story of small-time pool hustler Fast Eddie Felson, played by Paul Newman, and his desire to break into the major league of professional hustling and highstakes wagering. He throws his raw talent and ambition up against the best player in the country, seeking to beat the legendary pool player, Minnesota Fats. After initially losing to Fats and getting involved with an unscrupulous manager, Eddie returns to try again, but only after
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