Passionate Pastime
Originally released in 1958. Passionate Pastime is a documentary film. directed by Hans Richter. At just 25 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Vincent Price, Darius Milhaud, and Marcel Duchamp
Synopsis
Hans Richter's documentary on the game of chess. Narrated by Vincent Price. Outlines the history of chess from ancient times to the present and traces its origins in India, China, and Persia. Prints, painting, illuminated manuscripts, live photography and rare chess pieces are shown as well as chess figures designed after Picasso and Braque.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Passionate Pastime about?
Hans Richter's documentary on the game of chess. Narrated by Vincent Price. Outlines the history of chess from ancient times to the present and traces its origins in India, China, and Persia. Print...
Who directed Passionate Pastime?
Passionate Pastime was directed by Hans Richter.
How long is Passionate Pastime?
Passionate Pastime has a runtime of 0 hours and 25 minutes (25 minutes total).
When was Passionate Pastime released?
Passionate Pastime was released on January 1, 1958 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Passionate Pastime?
The main cast of Passionate Pastime includes Vincent Price, Darius Milhaud, Marcel Duchamp, Larry Evans.