Playing it Cool

Rating: 8/10 (26 May 2013)

Never have I seen a Character on film , which is so cool . Paul Newman really nails it , he is thoughtful , patient , balanced and knows how to play games . His character is like a father figure , a man in his 50's but still good looking and active in life , although his experience in life makes him ease down a bit in life . As I am 31 , I like the idea that you can lay back , look at things , be in control of your life , and Newman's character seems to have that control , unlike his opponent friend to whom he is a mentor , the character played by Tom Cruise ; Young , rebellious , fearless and out of control . And to think that all they really do and talk about is playing 8ball or what you call it , is quite amazing , because the film never bores . The camera movements are beautifully composed , the music is pitch perfect and intense , the colors are Blue and green like very typical of Scorcese and at times the spark of red of the 8ball . Sympathetic little movie , and very touching .