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Critical Thinking

Critical Thinking

Chess is the great equalizer

Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Critical Thinking
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2020-12-18
  • Runtime: 117 minutes
  • Rating: 6.5/10 (47 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Cinema Veritas, NRSP, Perfect Balance
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.6207
  • Languages: Spanish, English

Cast & Crew

John Leguizamo

John Leguizamo

as Mario Martinez

Rachel Bay Jones

Rachel Bay Jones

as Principal Kestel

Michael Kenneth Williams

Michael Kenneth Williams

as Mr. Roundtree

Corwin C. Tuggles

Corwin C. Tuggles

as Sedrick Roundtree

Jorge Lendeborg Jr.

Jorge Lendeborg Jr.

as Ito Paniagua

Angel Bismark Curiel

Angel Bismark Curiel

as Rodelay Medina

Will Hochman

Will Hochman

as Gil Luna

Jeffry Batista

Jeffry Batista

as Marcel Martinez

Zora Casebere

Zora Casebere

as Chanayah

Ramses Jimenez

Ramses Jimenez

as Andre Lamar

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Trailers & Clips

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

high schoolchessmiami, floridabased on true storychess tournament

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Critical Thinking?

Critical Thinking is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2020-12-18.

Who are the main actors in Critical Thinking?

The main cast includes John Leguizamo, Rachel Bay Jones, Michael Kenneth Williams, Corwin C. Tuggles, Jorge Lendeborg Jr., .

Where can I watch Critical Thinking online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Critical Thinking is available.

Is Critical Thinking based on a true story?

Chess is the great equalizer

What is the IMDb rating of Critical Thinking?

Critical Thinking has an IMDb rating of 6.5/10 based on 47 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Critical Thinking?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Critical Thinking?

The soundtrack was composed by Cinema Veritas, NRSP, Perfect Balance. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Critical Thinking filmed?

Critical Thinking was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Critical Thinking?

The total runtime of Critical Thinking is 117 minutes.

Is Critical Thinking suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Critical Thinking?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Critical Thinking.

Does Critical Thinking have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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