Review of Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993) by Charles S — 16 Oct 2015

Definition of a feelgood movie.... It's fun seeing Fishburn so young too.

This review of Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993) was written by Charles S on 16 Oct 2015.

Searching for Bobby Fischer has generally received very positive reviews.

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By Simon D (1,648) on 27 Aug 2013

Terrific. A great script, and one of the best child performances I have seen. Quite a powerful film, in a low key way…

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By Juan A (209) on 29 Nov 2014

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By Jonathan L (683) on 07 Oct 2015

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By Jorge G (341) on 18 Sep 2014

A geek weepy. Chess teacher named Bruce and a dad that takes him fishing instead of studying before the big match. Beautiful…

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By Scott C (2,765) on 18 Apr 2013

I can barely remember this. Interesting to see it was directed by Steven Zaillian…

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By Fx L (1) on 03 Jun 2018

One of the most beautifully realised dramas I've ever seen…

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