Film

The Chess Players

Name: The Chess Players
Genre: Drama
Released: 1977-10-02

1977 · 2h 9m · Drama

Satyajit Ray's First Hindi feature Film

IMDb: 7.5
Rotten Tomatoes: 91%

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Overview

In the year 1856, Nawab Wajid Ali Shah is the King of Awadh, one of the last independent kingdoms of India. The British intend to control this rich land and send General Outram to clear way for an annexation. Pressure is mounting amidst intrigue and political maneuvers, but the Nawab whiles away his time in pursuit of pleasure and religious practice. The court is of no help either — noblemen Mir and Mirza ignore all duties and spend their days playing endless games of chess.