The Hustler

Wednesday, September 24th we watched The Hustler (1961) starring Paul Newman just 4 days before his death. So sad! That night we made Biryani Burgers with Mango Salsa and Yogurt Sauce in Pita Pockets. We also all fell asleep.

"Fast" Eddie Felson is a small-time pool hustler with a lot of talent but a self-destructive attitude. His bravado causes him to challenge the legendary "Minnesota Fats" to a high-stakes match, but he loses in a heartbreaking marathon. Now broke and without his long-time manager, Felson faces an uphill battle to regain his confidence and his game. It isn't until he hits rock bottom that he agrees to join up with ruthless and cutthroat manager Bert Gordon. Gordon agrees to take him on the road to learn the ropes. But Felson soon realizes that making it to the top could cost him his soul, and perhaps his girlfriend. Will he decide that this is too steep a price to pay in time to save himself?

In attendance: Barb, Eric, Lindsey, and Laurie

Ratings:
Paul Newman's awesomeness couldn't save the movie from putting us to sleep and so we gave the movie: 2.5 stars.
The dinner fared slightly better receiving: 3 stars