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The Color of Money, a sequel to The Hustler, sees Paul Newman reprising his role as Eddie Felson. Fans of Poolhall Junkies will enjoy watching Eddie mentor a young protege in the intricacies of pool hustling, while wrestling with his own past and ambitions.
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Hard Eight features a veteran gambler who takes a young man under his wing, much like the mentorship in Poolhall Junkies. The movie offers a gritty look into the world of professional gambling, laden with nuanced character development and moral complexities.
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Rounders is to poker what Poolhall Junkies is to pool. It delves into the underground world of high-stakes poker, focusing on a law student who must play to clear his debts. Like Poolhall Junkies, it's a tale of skill, deceit, and the pursuit of the American dream.
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