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The Chess Game

In 19th century, a disillusioned priest helps a young boy drifter who's a chess wunderkind to move on up in life and social structures using his talent. Years later, he's a success, but game of life and love has higher stakes than chess.

Top Cast

  • Pierre Richard

    Pierre Richard

    Ambroise

  • Catherine Deneuve

    Catherine Deneuve

    Marquise

  • Denis Lavant

    Denis Lavant

    Max

  • James Wilby

    James Wilby

    Lord Staunton

  • Hilde Heijnen

    Hilde Heijnen

    Anne-Lise

  • Delphine Bibet

    Delphine Bibet

    Suzanne

  • Henri Billen

    Henri Billen

    Le Vieux Comté

  • Ronald Brandenburger

    Ronald Brandenburger

    Orphelin

  • Benjamin Bricart

    Benjamin Bricart

    Orphelin

Overview

In 19th century, a disillusioned priest helps a young boy drifter who's a chess wunderkind to move on up in life and social structures using his talent. Years later, he's a success, but game of life and love has higher stakes than chess.

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