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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
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How long is Passionate Pastime?
Passionate Pastime has a runtime of 25m ( and 25 minutes).
Who directed Passionate Pastime?
Passionate Pastime was directed by Hans Richter and released in 1958.
What genre is Passionate Pastime?
Passionate Pastime is a Documentary film (1958).
Who stars in Passionate Pastime?
The cast of Passionate Pastime includes Vincent Price, Darius Milhaud, Marcel Duchamp, Larry Evans.
