The Chess Player
A toymaker in Poland specializes in building lifesize mechanical men. He builds a chess-playing "automaton" to hide a pretty young Polish activist who is being hunted by occupying Russian forces.
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📋 Film Details
| Original Title | Le Joueur d'échecs |
| Year | 1938 |
| Country | France |
| Genre | Drama, History |
| Director | Jean Dréville |
| Runtime | 70 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 4.4/10 (4 votes) |
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The Chess Player is an acquired taste at 4.4/10. We recommend checking the trailer and synopsis before diving in.
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A classic from 1938. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: genre fans and those open to something unconventional.
— MovieFinder Editorial
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