The Chess Game

movie

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.

Cast & crew

Yves Hanchar · Hilde Heijnen · Benjamin Bricart · Harry Cleven · Josiane Morand · Henri Billen · Ronald Brandenburger · Pierre Richard · Delphine Bibet · Denis Lavant · James Wilby · Catherine Deneuve

Studios & networks

CAB Productions · France 3 Cinéma · Les Films de l'Etang · Les Films des Tournelles · RTBF