The Willie Hoppe Story (1952)
The story of Willie Hoppe, world-champion billiard player for more than fifty years, even into his seventies. Commentator Bill Stern describes Hoppe's abilities as the camera catches the match played at the New York Athletic Club, which Hoppe easily wins while playing against a much-younger opponent. The reel concludes with Hoppe demonstrating some of the tricks he can perform with a pool cue and a ball.
Director: Harry Foster
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 9 min
Release Date: July 11, 1952
Cast
- Bill Stern - Self - Narrator
- Willie Hoppe - Self
Production: Columbia Pictures
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Harry Foster
More Films in Genre: Documentary
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Willie Hoppe Story about?
- The story of Willie Hoppe, world-champion billiard player for more than fifty years, even into his seventies. Commentator Bill Stern describes Hoppe's abilities as the camera catches the match played at the New York Athletic Club, which Hoppe easily wins while playing against a much-younger opponent. The reel concludes with Hoppe demonstrating some of the tricks he can perform with a pool cue and a ball.
- Who directed The Willie Hoppe Story?
- The Willie Hoppe Story was directed by Harry Foster.
- Who stars in The Willie Hoppe Story?
- The Willie Hoppe Story stars Bill Stern, Willie Hoppe.
- How long is The Willie Hoppe Story?
- The Willie Hoppe Story has a runtime of 9m (9 minutes).
- What genre is The Willie Hoppe Story?
- The Willie Hoppe Story is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Willie Hoppe Story produced?
- The Willie Hoppe Story was produced in United States of America.