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  The Prince of Chess (DVD) - PAL Version
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A fascinating film about the world's youngest Chess Grand Master.

by Oyvind Asbjornsen

Follow chess prodigy, 13-year-old Norwegian Magnus Carlsen through important tournaments as well as daily life, trying to understand the workings of his brilliant mind. The film also looks at the game of chess as a player in both cultural history and international politics. Magnus has one ultimate dream: To outwit the chess king above all, world Champion Garry Kasparov - and to one day claim that throne for himself.

Special Features:
  • bonus interview with Garry Kasparov
  • 3 great play through games of Magnus.
Specifications:
  • 1 hour 40 minutes
  • 2005
  • Suitable for all ages
  • English and Scandinavian
  • DVD Format: This is a Pal DVD and may not work on an NTSC system.


Average Customer Review: 4 of 5 | Total Reviews: 8 Write a review.

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PAL... Too Bad! November 4, 2012
Reviewer: Passant from Virginia  
I'm pretty sure I'd love this DVD but since I'm in the USA I can't play it... Sad! I hope it becomes available in a format playable here soon._x000D_
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I don't know anyone who can play a PAL DVD so I would not recommend it to any of my friends.

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PAL is not a common US Format July 9, 2012
Reviewer: Laura from Woodinville, WA  
I am sure the movie is great.  However, despite the fact it is labeld "All Regions"  if you want to watch it you must have access to a PAL DVD player.  In the US the  standard DVD player you might have access to at home or in a classroom is very unlikely to be able to play it. I have tried it on the 3 DVD players I have at home, and one in my classroom and none of them were PAL compliant.  Therefo

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Great Chess and Educational video November 3, 2009
Reviewer: Terry from Portsmouth, NH  
This is a wonderful liook at a gifted child and his family. All educators and parents should watch it.

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Great film October 2, 2009
Reviewer: PBratholm from Denmark  
An enjoyable film about a phenomenal upcoming chess star with a very likeable attitude.

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The Prince of Chess May 1, 2006
Reviewer: Anonymous Person from Brooklyn, NY United States  
My son enjoyed this DVD very much and was excited to share it with his chess teacher.  I've refered it to some of the parents on his chess team.

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