• 2011
  • TV-14
  • 1h 33m
Bobby Fischer Against the World

Summary 'Bobby Fischer Against the World' is a documentary feature exploring the tragic and bizarre life of the late chess master Bobby Fischer. The drama of Bobby Fischer's career was undeniable, from his troubled childhood, to his rock star status as World Champion and Cold War icon, to his life as a fugitive on the run. This film explores one of the most infamous and mysterious characters of the 20th century. View more details

  • 2011
  • TV-14
  • 1h 33m

Bobby Fischer Against the World

Directed : Liz Garbus

Written : Unknown

Stars : Bobby Fischer David Edmonds Anthony Saidy Susan Polgar

All cast & crew

7.4

Details

Genres : History Biography Sport Documentary

Release date : Jun 5, 2011

Countries of origin : United States United Kingdom

Official sites : Official Facebook Official site

Language : English Russian

Filming locations : Reykjavík, Iceland

Production companies : HBO Documentary Films Moxie Firecracker Films LM Media Production

Summary 'Bobby Fischer Against the World' is a documentary feature exploring the tragic and bizarre life of the late chess master Bobby Fischer. The drama of Bobby Fischer's career was undeniable, from his troubled childhood, to his rock star status as World Champion and Cold War icon, to his life as a fugitive on the run. This film explores one of the most infamous and mysterious characters of the 20th century. View more details

Details

Genres : History Biography Sport Documentary

Release date : Jun 5, 2011

Countries of origin : United States United Kingdom

Official sites : Official Facebook Official site

Language : English Russian

Filming locations : Reykjavík, Iceland

Production companies : HBO Documentary Films Moxie Firecracker Films LM Media Production

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