Pool movies are a collection that includes television, film and video games that are all based on pool. These movies show a wide range of action and players. These movies can be serious or funny. But whether you're a newbie or a seasoned pro, there are plenty of great choices.
Many of the films emphasize the human drama. There are some amazing action scenes. There are many pool movies that feature trick shots. Trick shots are unique moves that show creativity and mastery when faced with difficult situations. While they aren't often seen during a match, trick shots are quite common in pool movies.
Walter Tevis' classic "The Hustler" is another. This story started out as a short story. It became a 1961 movie about blazing billiards. Its success launched a billiards revival, and the movie has been credited with the resurgence of the sport.
The Baltimore Bullet's "The Color of Money", another notable pool movie, is "The Baltimore Bullet". Both are very good, but the former is a better film. The Baltimore Bullet's Willie Mosconi is also featured in "The Baltimore Bullet", which has been inducted into The BCA Hall of Fame.
The Baltimore Bullet is about two pool hustlers. They try to set up a big game. Allen Hopkins is joined by Jim Rempe, Richie Florence (Pet Margo), and Steve Mizerak ("The Miz")
During the 1930s, many movies focused on the social mores of the time. This film is set in that time period and features characters from the margins. The film features other actors as well as the main cast.
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.
Other notable trick shots in the film include 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 plenty of movies that have a billiards theme. There are also a few comedy-based 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.
A few TV shows and short films feature billiards in addition to those mentioned above. Here is a complete list.
However, there are some mediocre movies about 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.