Passionate Pastime
Documentary
195825m
Director: Hans Richter
Hans Richter's documentary on the game of chess. Narrated by Vincent Price. Outlines the history of chess from ancient times to the present and traces its origins in India, China, and Persia. Prints, painting, illuminated manuscripts, live photography and rare chess pieces are shown as well as chess figures designed after Picasso and Braque.
Runtime
25m
Language
English
Released
Jan 1, 1958
Runtime
25m
Language
English
Released
Jan 1, 1958
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