Passionate Pastime (1958)

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.

Released Jan. 1, 1958 25 min None+

Genres: Documentary

Keywords: mdblist.one-actor

Country: United States
Languages: English