Review of The Color of Money (1986) by Kevin R — 31 Jul 2012
Money won is twice as sweet as money earned.
Vincent Lauria is a cocky young pool player with a world of talent and a hot girlfriend on his arm. A former pool shark, Fast Eddie Felson, discovers him and decides to teach him the ropes enough to enter a pool competition in Atlantic City; however, after earning enough money Felson gets his eyes fixed and enters the tournament as well.
"When you're too old to cut the mustard you can still lick the jar.".
Martin Scorsese, director of The Departed, Taxi Driver, Raging Bull, Casino, Shutter Island, Goodfellas, Boxcar Bertha, Gangs of New York, and Cape Fear, delivers The Color of Money. The storyline for this picture is interesting and well delivered. The concept is fairly straight forward but the acting is outstanding. The cast includes Paul Newman, Tom Cruise, Mary Elizabeth Mastrantonio, and John Turturro.
"You're acting like some girl that got felt up at the drive-in.".
I DVR'd this picture because it starred Paul Newman and was surprised to discover that Scorsese directed this picture. I love Scorsese and thought he delivered the story very well; however, the plot and premise overall was just okay. The interaction between characters was great and Newman was brilliant. I recommend seeing this picture but I wouldn't add it to my DVD collection.
"I never kid about money.".
Grade: B.
This review of The Color of Money (1986) was written by Kevin R on 31 Jul 2012.
The Color of Money has generally received positive reviews.
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