The pool movies are a collection of film, television and video games based on the game of pool. These movies have a variety in action and players. These movies can be serious or funny. No matter your level of expertise, there are great options.
Many films are about human drama. There are many great action scenes. Many pool movies feature trick shots. Trick shots are those special moves that show creativity and mastery in some tough spots. They are usually not seen during a game, but they are very popular in pool movies.
Walter Tevis also wrote "The Hustler", a classic. Although originally a short story about the movie, it was made into a 1961 classic. 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 excellent but the former is more enjoyable. The Baltimore Bullet features Willie Mosconi who is a legendary pool shark and has been inducted into The BCA Hall of Fame.
The Baltimore Bullet is about two pool hustlers. They try to create a big game. Allen Hopkins, Jim Rempe Richie Florence and Pete Margo are part of the cast. Steve Mizerak is "The Miz" Steve Mizerak.
Many movies were made in the 1930s that focused on social issues. 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 such trick is a masse shot. If you have ever tried a masseshot, you will know how complicated it can be.
The film also features the "goodbye Johnny", and the "Do It for the Game" trick shots. The first is a nice way to demonstrate how a player might use a dead bank. The second, although it isn't in the movie, is a smart way to teach a person how to play billiards.
There are many movies that include a billiards-themed theme. There are also a few comedy-based pool movies. A few movies are all about the sport. The movie "Billy the Kid and the Green Baize Vampire" even has a snooker match as its main focus.
Other than the movies that are pool-related, there are short films and TV shows that feature billiards. Below is a listing of some of these.
However, there are some mediocre movies about billiards. "Goodbye Johnny," though, is a bit mediocre. Although the movie highlights well-executed shots well, its plot is somewhat unimaginative.