Instruct: Classify Amazon reviews into positive or negative sentiment
Query: A true Classic

Excellent writing and acting. A must have for any pool/billiard person. There is much to be gained by reading the book and watching the movie again. I normally prefer one or the other...in this case I keep going back and forth. One of the best B&W classics ever. You will find many subtle things in the book that pop out in the movie once you notice them. The DVD is much improved over the VHS. I wish they still made movies this rich with depth and drama without having to resort to visual effects/violence for entertainment value. This has it all.