The Estonian Game (1993)
Paul Keres is considered the strongest chess player of all time who has not achieved the title of world champion, which is why he has earned the nickname Eternal Second. With his game mastery, tact and correctness, Keres was valued among the world's chess elite, and for Estonians he was a national symbol. His career is surrounded by unexplained mystery that reflects the tragic confrontations of big politics. The life of Paul Keres is shed light on by his famous rivals, ex-world champions Mikhail Botvinnik, Boris Spasski, Mikhail Tal and others.
Director: Hans Roosipuu
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: September 18, 1993
Screenplay
Music: Alo Mattiisen
Cinematography: Hans Roosipuu
Editing: Priit Põldmaa, Ariel Tali
Production: Maurum
Country: Estonia
Language: English, Eesti, Deutsch, Pусский
Original Language: et
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Estonian Game about?
- Paul Keres is considered the strongest chess player of all time who has not achieved the title of world champion, which is why he has earned the nickname Eternal Second. With his game mastery, tact and correctness, Keres was valued among the world's chess elite, and for Estonians he was a national symbol. His career is surrounded by unexplained mystery that reflects the tragic confrontations of big politics. The life of Paul Keres is shed light on by his famous rivals, ex-world champions Mikhail Botvinnik, Boris Spasski, Mikhail Tal and others.
- Who directed The Estonian Game?
- The Estonian Game was directed by Hans Roosipuu.
- How long is The Estonian Game?
- The Estonian Game has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is The Estonian Game?
- The Estonian Game is a Documentary film.
- Where was The Estonian Game produced?
- The Estonian Game was produced in Estonia.