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Die Grünstein-Variante
🎬 Movie

Die Grünstein-Variante

1985 · 105 min Drama
8.0 / 10 · TMDB

The plot revolves around three men waiting to be deported in a prison. To escape the monotony, they form chess pieces from their bread rations, with which they then play against each other. Grünstein, a Polish Jew, proves to be a real talent, because although he is a beginner, he manages to defeat even the experienced player Lodeck, a German sailor, with his "Grünstein Variant".

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

Die Grünstein-Variante is a very strong film rated 8.0/10. Great direction and performances make this one well worth adding to your watchlist.

A high rating speaks for itself — this film found its audience and didn't let them down. Trust the collective taste.

A classic from 1985. They don't make them like this anymore — which is exactly why you should watch it. Best for: any evening when you want quality cinema with no compromises.

— MovieFinder Editorial

🎭 Cast

Klaus Schwarzkopf

Klaus Schwarzkopf

Grieche

Fred Düren

Fred Düren

Grünstein

Rolf Hoppe

Rolf Hoppe

Gefängnisdirektor

Jörg Gudzuhn

Jörg Gudzuhn

Lodek

Arno Wyzniewski

Arno Wyzniewski

Kaminski

Rolf Ludwig

Rolf Ludwig

Garstecki

Willi Schrade

Willi Schrade

Wärter

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Hubert Gleissner

Wärter

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