Critical Thinking
2020 · 1h 57m · Drama · United States of America · Rated U (FR)
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.
Directed by
John LeguizamoWritten by
Dito Montiel6.2Smart score
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based on true storychesschess tournamenthigh schoolmiami, florida
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