King of Chess
Two independent stories involving chess wizards are interwoven to satirize the politics of the Chinese Cultural Revolution as well as Taiwan's capitalist boom of the 1970's.
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| Original Title | 棋王 |
| Year | 1991 |
| Country | Taiwan, Hong Kong |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | Yim Ho |
| Runtime | 110 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.7/10 (15 votes) |
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King of Chess has mixed reviews with a rating of 6.7/10. Good for a relaxed evening without high expectations.
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A classic from 1991. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: viewers looking to try something new without being too demanding.
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