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Magnus - The Mozart of Chess

Documentary

2016, Movie, 1h 16min

From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines brightest when surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Through an extensive amount of archival footage and home movies, director Benjamin Ree reveals this young man’s unusual and rapid trajectory to the pinnacle of the chess world. This film allows the audience to not only peek inside this isolated community but also witness the maturation of a modern genius.

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Reviews

Critic Dan Jolin

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An engaging study of a beautiful but mysterious mind, which also reveals the stressful nature of world-class chess tournaments and raises the deep question of where intelligence actually comes from.

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Magnus is a documentary that follows the extraordinary journey of Magnus Carlsen, a Norwegian boy who at the age of 13 decided to become the World Chess Champion. The film documents his rise to the top, showcasing his unique talent, personal sacrifices, and the support of his family and friends. With unprecedented access to home movies and Magnus' inner circle, the film provides a rare glimpse into the mind of a modern genius, known as 'The Mozart of chess'.

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