The Chess Player (1927)
Original title: Le joueur d'échecs
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In 1776, an inventor conceals a Polish nobleman in his chess-playing automaton, a machine whose fame leads it to the court of the Russian empress.
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Pierre BlancharBoleslas Vorowski
Charles DullinBaron von Kempelen
Édith JéhanneSophie Novinska
Camille BertMaj. Nicolaieff
Pierre BatcheffPrince Serge OblomoffMarcelle Charles DullinWanda
Armand BernardRoubenkoAlexianeOlgaPierre HotKing StanislasJaime DevesaPrince OrloffFridette FattonPolaPierre MindaistKeywords
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Genre affinityFantasy · Drama · WarTheme affinityChessDialogue densityDramaPacingLongEmotional intensityWarDirector preference333688
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Frequently asked questions about The Chess Player
What is The Chess Player about?
In 1776, an inventor conceals a Polish nobleman in his chess-playing automaton, a machine whose fame leads it to the court of the Russian empress.
How long is The Chess Player?
The Chess Player has a runtime of 135 minutes.