A fascinating film about the world's youngest Chess Grand Master.
by Oyvind Asbjornsen
Follow chess prodigy, 13-year-old Norwegian Magnus Carlsen through important tournaments as well as daily life, trying to understand the workings of his brilliant mind. The film also looks at the game of chess as a player in both cultural history and international politics. Magnus has one ultimate dream: To outwit the chess king above all, world Champion Garry Kasparov - and to one day claim that throne for himself.
Special Features:
by Oyvind Asbjornsen
Follow chess prodigy, 13-year-old Norwegian Magnus Carlsen through important tournaments as well as daily life, trying to understand the workings of his brilliant mind. The film also looks at the game of chess as a player in both cultural history and international politics. Magnus has one ultimate dream: To outwit the chess king above all, world Champion Garry Kasparov - and to one day claim that throne for himself.
Special Features:
- bonus interview with Garry Kasparov
- 3 great play through games of Magnus.
- 1 hour 40 minutes
- 2005
- Suitable for all ages
- English and Scandinavian
- DVD Format: This is a Pal DVD and may not work on an NTSC system.
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