
A 1993 American drama film based on the true story of chess prodigy Josh Waitzkin. It explores the challenges of nurturing a child's exceptional talent in chess while preserving his innocence and love for the game amidst the pressures of competitive play.
he grew up a chess player, this chess prodigy, the movie about him
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"The host refers to 'the movie about him' when discussing Josh Waitzkin's background as a chess prodigy, implying this well-known film that chronicles his early life and chess career."