
The Pool Hustlers
Directed by Maurizio Ponzi
Produced by Hera International Film
A lighthearted romantic comedy about a charming pool player who falls for a saxophonist and must win a championship to escape debt and prove himself.
Francesco, nicknamed 'Toscano', is a very good pool player but he never wins when he plays for money. He meets Chiara, a saxophone player, on a late night bus by swapping his case containing the cue with her one, containing the sax. The two fall in love, but in the meantime Francesco loses a big amount of money playing versus 'Scuro', the long-time Italian champion. His only chance to pay the debt is to win the Italian Championships.
Questions people ask
Does The Pool Hustlers end with hope? Yes. More hopeful than 81% of films.
Is The Pool Hustlers easy watching? Yes. More comforting than 77% of films.
Is The Pool Hustlers violent? Barely. Less violent than 76% of films.
Is The Pool Hustlers sad? Not especially. Less sad than 67% of films.
Is The Pool Hustlers scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 65% of films.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like The Pool Hustlers
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Pool Hustlers
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Pool Hustlers, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Pool Hustlers, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Pool Hustlers, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.

















































