Review of Bobby Fischer Against the World (2011) by Phillip D — 01 Sep 2012

Completely fascinating and engaging portrait of a deeply troubled but extraordinarily talented individual.

This review of Bobby Fischer Against the World (2011) was written by Phillip D on 01 Sep 2012.

Bobby Fischer Against the World has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Subhadeep P (2) on 27 Feb 2013

Bobby Fischer was not only a chess virtuoso but a symbol of being an alternative opponent to the Soviet superpower who virtually monopolized…

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By Dario D (21) on 19 Oct 2012

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By Morris N (358) on 04 Nov 2012

Excellent documentary, biography, and time capsule. Certainly those interested in chess will like it, but others will find it compelling as well…

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By Lee Cassanell (28) for CineVue (2,163) on 12 Nov 2018

Garbus spins the yarn by mashing together interviews, old footage and a funky soundtrack…

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By Steve T (431) on 06 Mar 2015

This is a great documentary regarding Bobby Fischer although I must admit, I do not understand the obsession with this guy…

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By Peter P (1,726) on 10 Jun 2013

What happens when you are obsessed with Chess, well, you get Bobby Fischer, and if you watch the movie, you know that is a very large double…

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By Kelly Jane Torrance (368) for Washington Examiner (271) on 07 Jan 2019

It's a gripping story, in the way we can't stop looking at a train wreck. But it's not what we should remember about him…

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By Jeffry P (18) on 23 Apr 2013

I decided to watch this given that I am currently reading 'Endgame'--the film was very interesting--seeing and hearing Fischer has made me…

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By Noel P (56) on 13 Sep 2013

What a gem of a film, it makes me want to be a better chess player, just not an obsessed one…

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By Luc L (823) on 03 Apr 2012

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