Chess is the great equalizer
Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.
Rodelay Medina
The film's tagline is: "Chess is the great equalizer"
The runtime is 117 minutes (1h 57m).
The film was directed by John Leguizamo.
The screenplay was written by Dito Montiel.
The score was composed by Chris Hajian.
Cinematography was handled by Zach Zamboni.
This title is listed on IMDb as tt7870102.
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Good
51 votes
Critical Thinking
Released
U
English, Español
United States of America
