The Chess Player
Originally released in 2017. The Chess Player is a history/drama film. directed by Luis Oliveros.
Starring Marc Clotet, Melina Matthews, and Alejo Sauras
Synopsis
In 1934 Diego Padilla wins the Spanish Championship of Chess and meets a French journalist, Marianne Latour, and they fall in love. At the end of the Civil War, Marianne convinces Diego to live in France with their daughter, where shortly afterwards Diego will be accused of spying by the Nazis and imprisoned in an SS prison. In prison, Diego will try to survive in a hostile environment thanks to Colonel Maier's passion for chess.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 5, 2017
8 years ago
Runtime
1h 38m
98 minutes total
User Rating
6.3/10
Good (49 votes)
Box Office
$244.8K
Worldwide gross
Language
Spanish
Original language
Country
Spain
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- ES
- Revenue
- $244,806
Production Companies
- Hernández y Fernández PC
- Tornasol Media
- Ishtar Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Chess Player about?
In 1934 Diego Padilla wins the Spanish Championship of Chess and meets a French journalist, Marianne Latour, and they fall in love. At the end of the Civil War, Marianne convinces Diego to live in ...
Who directed The Chess Player?
The Chess Player was directed by Luis Oliveros.
How long is The Chess Player?
The Chess Player has a runtime of 1 hours and 38 minutes (98 minutes total).
When was The Chess Player released?
The Chess Player was released on May 5, 2017 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Chess Player?
The main cast of The Chess Player includes Marc Clotet, Melina Matthews, Alejo Sauras, Maarten Dannenberg, Andrés Gertrúdix.