Checking the King
Originally released in 1972. Checking the King is a tv movie/drama film. directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski. At just 36 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Michał Pawlicki, Kazimierz Zarzycki, and Andrzej Prus
Synopsis
Two men in a game of chess. One of the players is a country boy who accidentally discovered a chess talent, and the other is a former lawyer who has not played chess for twenty years. The lawyer tells the story of learning to play chess: during World War II, he was arrested for no reason and imprisoned. One day, while waiting for another interrogation, he stole the book "Chess Review" from the investigating officer's coat. He perfected it for several months and started playing against himself. The intense mental effort led him to a nervous breakdown eventually...
Quick Facts
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- PL
Production Companies
- Telewizja Polska
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Checking the King about?
Two men in a game of chess. One of the players is a country boy who accidentally discovered a chess talent, and the other is a former lawyer who has not played chess for twenty years. The lawyer te...
Who directed Checking the King?
Checking the King was directed by Krzysztof Kieślowski.
How long is Checking the King?
Checking the King has a runtime of 0 hours and 36 minutes (36 minutes total).
When was Checking the King released?
Checking the King was released on February 13, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Checking the King?
The main cast of Checking the King includes Michał Pawlicki, Kazimierz Zarzycki, Andrzej Prus.