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TOP CRITIC. The mystery of Fischer's talent and torment adds depth to Searching for Bobby Fischer, about a young New York chess prodigy who doesn't want his genius to ruin his life. Full Review ...
1993 Searching for Bobby Fischer Category: Biography, Drama Production: Paramount PicturesDirector: Steven ZaillianCast:Max Pomeranc ... Josh WaitzkinJoe M...
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- Klokline Cinema
May 15, 2014 · Searching for Bobby Fischer was inspired by the life of chess prodigy Josh Waitzkin, as written by his father Fred Waitzkin. Josh (Max Pomeranc) is a "regula...
Searching for Bobby Fischer. Based on a true story! A young chess prodigy, with the help of his parents and two coaches, advances to the national championship - but is this competitive world best for the boy? Rentals include 30 days to start watching this video and 48 hours to finish once started. Based on a true story!
SEARCHING FOR BOBBY FISCHER. Directed by. Steven Zaillian. United States, 1993. Drama. 110. Synopsis. This heart-warming film is based on the true story of a young boy who is a chess prodigy and his father, who attempts to walk the fine line between encouraging his son’s talent, and preserving the love they have for each other. Synopsis.
Aug 1, 1993 · Searching for Bobby Fischer is the story of Fred Waitzkin and his son, from the moment six-year-old Josh first sits down at a chessboard until he competes for the national championship. Drawn into the insular, international network of chess, they must also navigate the difficult waters of their own relationship.
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Searching for Bobby Fischer is a 1993 film about chess. Fred Waitzkin ( Joe Mantegna ) discovers that his young son Josh (Max Pomeranc) is a chess prodigy. The Waitzkins send Josh to a special school and start chess lessons for Josh despite the misgivings of Josh's mother ( Joan Allen ), who is worried about stunting his social development.
