The Chess Game (1994)
In 19th century, a disillusioned priest helps a young boy drifter who's a chess wunderkind to move on up in life and social structures using his talent. Years later, he's a success, but game of life and love has higher stakes than chess.
Director: Yves Hanchar
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Runtime: 110 min
Release Date: November 19, 1994
Cast
- Pierre Richard - Ambroise
- Catherine Deneuve - Marquise
- Denis Lavant - Max
- James Wilby - Lord Staunton
- Hilde Heijnen - Anne-Lise
- Delphine Bibet - Suzanne
- Henri Billen - Le Vieux Comté
- Ronald Brandenburger - Orphelin
- Benjamin Bricart - Orphelin
- Harry Cleven - Le Dandy
Screenplay
Music: Frédéric Devreese
Cinematography: Denis Lenoir
Editing: Laurent Uhler
Production: CAB Productions, France 3 Cinéma, Les Films de l'Etang, Les Films des Tournelles, RTBF
Country: Switzerland, Belgium, France
Language: Français
Original Language: fr
More Films by Director: Yves Hanchar
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Chess Game about?
- In 19th century, a disillusioned priest helps a young boy drifter who's a chess wunderkind to move on up in life and social structures using his talent. Years later, he's a success, but game of life and love has higher stakes than chess.
- Who directed The Chess Game?
- The Chess Game was directed by Yves Hanchar.
- Who stars in The Chess Game?
- The Chess Game stars Pierre Richard, Catherine Deneuve, Denis Lavant, James Wilby, Hilde Heijnen, Delphine Bibet.
- How long is The Chess Game?
- The Chess Game has a runtime of 1h 50m (110 minutes).
- What genre is The Chess Game?
- The Chess Game is a Comedy, Drama film.
- Where was The Chess Game produced?
- The Chess Game was produced in Switzerland, Belgium, France.