Passionate Pastime
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.
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Passionate Pastime
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 1958
Runtime
0h 25m
Genres
Documentary
Original Title
Passionate Pastime
Director
Hans Richter
Description
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.
