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The Dark Horse is based on the real-life story of Genesis Potini, a brilliant New Zealand chess player who suffered from severe bipolar disorder. The film begins with him walking down a street in the rain, before walking into an antique store and playing a chess game with himself.
Nov 20, 2014 · The Dark Horse: Directed by James Napier Robertson. With Cliff Curtis, James Rolleston, Kirk Torrance, Miriama McDowell. A brilliant but troubled New Zealand chess champion finds purpose by teaching underprivileged children about the rules of chess and life.
Apr 1, 2016 · "The Dark Horse" is a great example. Based on the true story of Maori speed-chess master Genesis Potini, and directed by James Napier Robertson , it's a feel-good story with the potential to make you feel great.
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Apr 6, 2015 · The Dark Horse review – gripping New Zealand drama. Cliff Curtis puts in a breathtaking performance as real-life Maori speed-chess player Genesis Potini. Mark Kermode, Observer film critic ...
Mar 31, 2016 · “The Dark Horse” rides on the impassioned performance of Cliff Curtis, the Maori actor who plays Genesis (a.k.a. Gen) Potini, a New Zealand chessmaster with bipolar disorder.
Starring an extraordinary New Zealand cast, The Dark Horse is an inspiring true story based on the life of a charismatic, brillant but little-known New Zealand hero and chess champion - Genesis Potini.
Apr 1, 2016 · Led by an outstanding performance from Cliff Curtis, The Dark Horse tackles complex themes with a richly layered, unpredictable, and deeply affecting story. Read Critics Reviews
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Apr 1, 2016 · Parents need to know that The Dark Horse is a biopic about a Māori New Zealand chess champion who's struggling with bipolar disorder. The movie is rich with empathy and heart, though balanced by a harsh reality. Māori people, tradition, and culture are positively shown.
Apr 25, 2015 · One-time Maori speed-chess champ, Genesis Potini, lives with a bi-polar disorder and must overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save his struggling chess club, his family and ultimately, himself.
