The Great Chess Movie
In this Gilles Carle feature documentary on the game of chess, the international chess match is cast as a classic Western shoot-out. Three chess greats dominate the film: Russia's Anatoly Karpov; Viktor Korchnoi, a Russian defector; and American Bobby Fischer. Chess aficionados Camille Coudari and Fernando Arrabal analyze the personalities and strategies of the players and comment on the interplay of politics and chess.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: Jouer sa vie
- Genres: Documentary
- Release Date: 1982-09-10
- Runtime: 80 minutes
- Rating: 7/10 (1 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: ONF | NFB, Société Radio-Canada
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.3002
- Languages: French
Cast & Crew
Pascal Rollin
as Self - Narrator (voice)
Bobby Fischer
as Self
Anatoli Karpov
as Self
Viktor Kortchnoi
as Self
Fernando Arrabal
as Self
Boris Spassky
as Self
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Great Chess Movie?▼
The Great Chess Movie is a Documentary movie directed by . It was released on 1982-09-10.
Who are the main actors in The Great Chess Movie?▼
The main cast includes Pascal Rollin, Bobby Fischer, Anatoli Karpov, Viktor Kortchnoi, Fernando Arrabal, .
Where can I watch The Great Chess Movie online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Great Chess Movie is available.
Is The Great Chess Movie based on a true story?▼
No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.
What is the IMDb rating of The Great Chess Movie?▼
The Great Chess Movie has an IMDb rating of 7/10 based on 1 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of The Great Chess Movie?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for The Great Chess Movie?▼
The soundtrack was composed by ONF | NFB, Société Radio-Canada. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was The Great Chess Movie filmed?▼
The Great Chess Movie was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is The Great Chess Movie?▼
The total runtime of The Great Chess Movie is 80 minutes.
Is The Great Chess Movie suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to The Great Chess Movie?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Great Chess Movie.
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