United States / Jan 01, 1958
Passionate Pastime (1958)
Directed by Hans Richter
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25min
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Plot
Hans Richter's documentary on the game of chess. Narrated by Vincent Price. Outlines the history of chess from ancient times to the present and traces its origins in India, China, and Persia. Prints, painting, illuminated manuscripts, live photography and rare chess pieces are shown as well as chess figures designed after Picasso and Braque.
Genres
Documentary
Technical details
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Original title | Passionate Pastime |
| Original language | English (EN) |
| Spoken languages | English |
| Status | Released |
| Release date | 1 gennaio 1958 |
| Production | Hans Richter |
| Writer | Hans Richter |
| Editing | Hans Richter |
| Cinematography | Arnold Eagle |
| Assistant directors | Hans Richter |
| Music | Hans Richter |
| Sound | Hans Richter |
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