Magnus
"Child. Genius. Champion."
Originally released in 2016. Magnus is a documentary film. directed by Benjamin Ree. At just 76 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand, and Henrik Carlsen
Synopsis
From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines brightest when surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Through an extensive amount of archival footage and home movies, director Benjamin Ree reveals this young man’s unusual and rapid trajectory to the pinnacle of the chess world. This film allows the audience to not only peek inside this isolated community but also witness the maturation of a modern genius.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 9, 2016
9 years ago
Runtime
1h 16m
76 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (55 votes)
Language
NO
Original language
Country
Norway
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- NO
Production Companies
- Moskus Film
- Main Island Production
- VGTV
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Magnus about?
From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines bri...
Who directed Magnus?
Magnus was directed by Benjamin Ree.
How long is Magnus?
Magnus has a runtime of 1 hours and 16 minutes (76 minutes total).
When was Magnus released?
Magnus was released on September 9, 2016 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Magnus?
The main cast of Magnus includes Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand, Henrik Carlsen, Espen Agdestein, Ellen Carlsen.