"The Color of Money" is a 1986 film directed by Martin Scorsese, featuring Paul Newman as a seasoned pool hustler named Eddie Felson. The story follows Eddie as he mentors a young, talented player, Tom Cruise, who is eager to make a name for himself in the world of professional billiards. The film explores themes of ambition, mentorship, and the complexities of competition. The movie is a sequel to the 1961 film, The Hustler, which also starred Paul Newman. "The Color of Money" received critical acclaim and won an Academy Award for Best Actor for Newman. It highlights the challenges and moral dilemmas faced by those in pursuit of success in the high-stakes world of pool.