Pool movies are a collection that includes television, film and video games that are all based on pool. These movies feature a variety of different players and action. These movies can be serious or funny. There are many great options, no matter if you're new or an experienced pro.
Many of the films emphasize the human drama. There are some amazing action scenes. Many pool movies feature trick shots. Trick shots are special moves that demonstrate creativity and mastery in difficult spots. These moves are rarely seen in a pool game but are extremely popular in pool movies.
Walter Tevis' "The Hustler", is another classic. This movie was originally a short story, but it eventually became a 1961 billiards-blazing movie. Its success led to a revival of billiards. The movie is credited with this sport's recovery.
The Baltimore Bullet, "The Color of Money" and "The Baltimore Bullet are other noteworthy pool movies. Both films are great, but the original is better. Also, "The Baltimore Bullet" features the legendary pool shark Willie Mosconi, who has been inducted into the BCA Hall of Fame.
"The Baltimore Bullet" is a film about two sloppy pool hustlers. They try to set up a big game. Allen Hopkins, Jim Rempe Richie Florence and Pete Margo are part of the cast. Steve Mizerak is "The Miz" Steve Mizerak.
During the 1930s, many movies focused on the social mores of the time. This movie is set during this era, and features characters who live on the margins. In addition to the main cast, there are some other actors who appear in the movie.
Poolhall Junkies offers a variety of amazing trick shots. One of these tricks is the masse shot. If you have ever tried a masseshot, you will know how complicated it can be.
Another notable trick shot in the film is the "goodbye Johnny” and the “Do It for the Game.” The first shows how a player could use a dead bank. The second, which was not shown in the movie but is a clever way for a player to learn how to play billiards shots.
There are many other movies with a billiards theme. There are even comedy pool movies. Additionally, there are a few movies that are entirely about the sport. Even the movie "Billy the Kid and the Green Baize Vampire," is based on a snooker competition.
Other than the movies that are pool-related, there are short films and TV shows that feature billiards. You can find a list of them below.
There are also a few mediocre movies that deal with billiards. "Goodbye Johnny," however, is a bit of an abomination. The movie does a good job of showing well-executed shots but its plot is a bit unimaginative.