Pulled from an original film reel, obviously degraded, but you can still enjoy the campiness
Lost footage: The Player theatrical trailer
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Fats reminds me of W.C. Fields, a funny guy.
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Has anyone ever heard of a Movie called THE PLAYER Starring Minnesota Fats in 1971
Hello, I need some help locating a Pool Movie called The Player, starring Minnesota Fats from 1971. I came across an Original Movie Poster from the movie and have attempted to do some research on it but the only information I can find is as follows. The Player (1971) Starring: Jerry Como, Rae...
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would be cool to find an old copy ....
It was never released beyond the world premiere in St Louis, as far as I have ever heard. The trailers were distributed, I don't think the full movie was.
I was going to comment on that also..."......set in the dingy grime, and stench of the pool room."
Nothing like demeaning a fine indoor sport.
One of the reasons why pool is held back from expanding with attitude(s) like that.
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The posts in the earlier thread indicate it was seen in several theaters.