The real-life chess champion with mental health problems is such potent bait for actors, and the inspirational…
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Cast
Cliff Curtis (Genesis)James Rolleston (Mana)Kirk Torrance (Noble)James Napier Robertson (Dave)Miriama McDowell (Sandy)Barry Te Hira (Mutt)Xavier Horan (Jedi)Wayne Hapi (Ariki)Lyel Timu (Rangimarie)Te Ahorangi Retimana-Martin (Rusty)Calae Hignett-Morgan (Piripi)Te Rua Rehu-Martin (Murray)Niwa Whatuira (Michael)Lionel Wellington (Rip)Wesley Broadfoot (Nathan)Tuhoe Isaac (Blood)Sia Trokenheim (Nurse)Andrew Grainger (Clive)
Director
James Napier Robertson
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Synopsis
A brilliant but troubled New Zealand chess champion finds purpose by teaching underprivileged children about the rules of chess and life.
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