Review of Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993) by Ben N — 12 Jun 2013
Despite the film's premise, it is really not about chess so much as the relationship between a father and son and how expectations and success affect them both. This film will surprise you with well-written and believable dialogue alongside distinct and well-developed characters.
The chess theme will not overwhelm those who do not understand the game, but there is plenty enough there to establish the plot. Max Pomeranc is peerless among child actors as Josh Waitzkin and Joe Mantinga plays a father that genuinely seems to care on screen.
The supporting roles of Josh's teachers are a perfect contrast of Ben Kingsley's sophisticated and straight-edged style with Lawrence Fishburne's comic and laid back approach to chess which keeps the film interesting as Josh drifts between teachers.
Truly a must-see.
This review of Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993) was written by Ben N on 12 Jun 2013.
Searching for Bobby Fischer has generally received very positive reviews.
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