Movies and TvShows featuring "chess-team" theme.
In Miami, an inner-city high school teacher forms a chess team made up of disadvantaged students. They battle their way through the chess tournament, facing personal challenges and societal obstacles. Based on a true story.
The Dark Horse tells the true story of Genesis Potini, a brilliant but troubled chess player who struggles with bipolar disorder. After spending time in a mental institution, Genesis returns to his hometown of Auckland, New Zealand. There, he forms a chess club for underprivileged children and helps them overcome their struggles. Through his dedication and compassion, Genesis finds redemption and stability in his own life.
chessredemptionmental illnesscompassionchess playerbased on true storychess clubunderdogdignityillnessteachingnew zealandaucklandauckland new zealandoceaniachilddoing the right thingpositive influencechess tournamentfriendshipyoung chessplayerchess teamstorytellingeducationself esteemmentor protégé relationshipuncle nephew relationshipchildrendysfunctional familychess piecerulesbrother brother relationshiplooking at oneself in a mirrorteen angstnational championshipteenagerhomelessnessmaorigang memberangerchild in jeopardyoverweight childboys roomgangrobberyvanassault
No More results found.