Chalk one up for Mars Callahan! He not only makes an impressive directorial debut, but he co-wrote the script and shines in a starring role as a pool shark whose shady mentor (Chazz Palminteri) keeps him from realizing his dream of turning pro. In his big-screen swan song, Rod Steiger stands out as the manager of a poolhall. Alison Eastwood, Rick Schroder, Michael Rosenbaum.