Bobby Fischer Against the World

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William L It takes a different perspective to be called a true genius in your craft. Bobby Fischer's version of different was divergent to such an extreme that it led to a quiet, then reclusive, and ultimately an ostracized way of life. Drawing on the impacts from family, the demands from the game itself, and the maneuverings of the political machine that he was unwillingly thrust into, Bobby Fischer Against the World provides an interesting look into the tortured existence of one of the most enigmatic masters of the great game. (3.5/5) Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 03/28/21 Full Review Audience Member The chess aspects of the documentary I found interesting, everything else not so much. Rated 3.5/5 Stars •  Rated 3.5 out of 5 stars 02/26/23 Full Review Audience Member Crazy, messed-up genius. Rated 5/5 Stars •  Rated 5 out of 5 stars 01/23/23 Full Review Audience Member Compulsive doco. Still leaves you wishing they had delved more into his obvious mental condition instead of explaining it as part of his chess genius. And also, where exactly was he before he was tracked down and enticed to play again in '92? There may not be much to explain besides the fact he was part of the Church and then became converted to whacky hateful ideologies and then the Hungarian girl Zita appeared. It's all still a bit sketchy, but fascinating. And that neurologist in Iceland, how did he get into the picture, and why? Maybe, as the film more or less concludes, these questions are all distractions and Bobby's legacy is his games - and what he achieved, mostly alone. Will he inspire others? We are certainly left with the understanding that his childhood (or lack of one) caused his troubled life. Rated 4.5/5 Stars •  Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 02/22/23 Full Review Audience Member An unbiased biography of the chess genius Bobby Fischer. A tragic tale that is very interesting even for non-chess folks. It's always fascinating to see what makes champions tick... whether they're champions in sports, politics, the arts, etc. Very good documentary. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 01/15/23 Full Review Audience Member What a life Fischer had. Not expertly told, but Fischer is so fascinating that it doesn't matter. Rated 4/5 Stars •  Rated 4 out of 5 stars 02/02/23 Full Review Read all reviews

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