Searching for Bobby Fischer
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: August 11, 1993
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alejandro970Jan 3, 2021
Life on a chessboard. The life of a future chess champion is supported by a very interesting cast, by the appeal of duels and seeing how that prodigy must deal with his inner demons. Without the brilliance of the series The Gambit of theLife on a chessboard. The life of a future chess champion is supported by a very interesting cast, by the appeal of duels and seeing how that prodigy must deal with his inner demons. Without the brilliance of the series The Gambit of the queen, it is seen with pleasure.… Expand
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sammurphy44Aug 17, 2020
absolutely superb drama about the balance of life. one of the best movies of the 90s
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Boonie2000Jul 3, 2019
Most people would think if it's about he chess it should be boring but this movie is touching. Definitely recommend this for watching together with the family. Also You might get interested in playing chess or even learning it!
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MATMAug 10, 2021
“Searching for Bobby Fischer” was a nice kids movie. If there is a child around who has the patience to watch people playing chess, you will stay sane sitting through this with them. I give it a C, if you've already seen the best, but you“Searching for Bobby Fischer” was a nice kids movie. If there is a child around who has the patience to watch people playing chess, you will stay sane sitting through this with them. I give it a C, if you've already seen the best, but you insist on watching a movie, try this one out.… Expand
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gracjanskiJan 31, 2021
Another sport movie with a happy end and win, if you know many of them it gets boring, especially if it is chess. But there are some interesting background information and reasonable psychological elements in the movie that makes itAnother sport movie with a happy end and win, if you know many of them it gets boring, especially if it is chess. But there are some interesting background information and reasonable psychological elements in the movie that makes it interesting. Also there are some famous actors.
But I didnt like the focus on USA and Bobby Fischer. Why didnt they tell more about the russian players?… Expand
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KenRJan 1, 2023
Searching For Bobby Fisher – A Surprising Find

Interesting writer Steven Zaillian’s (A Civil Action, Schindler’s List) first directorial effort is little short of a landmark achievement. This searching drama works on many psychologicalSearching For Bobby Fisher – A Surprising Find

Interesting writer Steven Zaillian’s (A Civil Action, Schindler’s List) first directorial effort is little short of a landmark achievement. This searching drama works on many psychological levels but places its understanding of humanity above its technical achievements – giving both an equal serve of due importance. As with all child prodigies, there’s always much to unpack in balancing the acute levels of talent with the all-important social interactions. This based-on-fact study of a young Chess champion hooks the viewer into considering just where this young soul may end up in his future life. As the title implies we get to see the polarizing effects such astounding talent can unleash on the often, precarious levels of sanity, for the extremely gifted (or might it be afflicted?) - the fascinating story of enigmatic Bobby Fisher is told via inserted newsreel footage. Here is a film that can be equally enjoyed by the Chess ignorant or the guru. Conrad Hall’s Award-winning cinematography seems a little cramped (as if tailored to suit a TV screen of its day) compared to much of his other works, but is clearly suited to this subject. Even though some facts are modified (as with all screenplays), the cast is made up of wall-to-wall talent making it constantly compelling viewing. It’s also odd to find a full-blown music score accompanying an introspective subject, but the late great James Horner leaves his trademark elevations to add a higher dimension to the proceedings. Thanks to the recommendation of a friend, I came to this classic late, but glad to now regard it as a firm favorite. It’s a production that deserves a larger audience.… Expand
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DogeGamer2015Jan 2, 2021
Tiene una buena y conmovedora historia que se acompaña por excelentes interpretaciones; muy recomendable.
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Onlyclassicvg1Sep 25, 2022
A wealthy San Francisco socialite pursues a potential boyfriend to a small Northern California town that slowly takes a turn for the bizarre when birds of all kinds suddenly begin to attack people.
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