Bobby Fischer Against the World

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Nicola B @Nikkyb Aug 6, 2025 A beautifully told documentary that filled in so many gaps in the story of Bobby Fischer for me. Rich with archival footage, the film takes you on a journey that reaches the highest highs and then helps you understand how everything came crashing down. See more William L @RT77267842 Feb 23, 2020 It takes a different perspective to be called a true genius in your craft. Bobby Fischer's version of different was divergent to such an extreme that it led to a quiet, then reclusive, and ultimately an ostracized way of life. Drawing on the impacts from family, the demands from the game itself, and the maneuverings of the political machine that he was unwillingly thrust into, Bobby Fischer Against the World provides an interesting look into the tortured existence of one of the most enigmatic masters of the great game. (3.5/5) See more Mar 20, 2017 The chess aspects of the documentary I found interesting, everything else not so much. See more Jan 28, 2017 Crazy, messed-up genius. See more Aug 3, 2016 Compulsive doco. Still leaves you wishing they had delved more into his obvious mental condition instead of explaining it as part of his chess genius. And also, where exactly was he before he was tracked down and enticed to play again in '92? There may not be much to explain besides the fact he was part of the Church and then became converted to whacky hateful ideologies and then the Hungarian girl Zita appeared. It's all still a bit sketchy, but fascinating. And that neurologist in Iceland, how did he get into the picture, and why? Maybe, as the film more or less concludes, these questions are all distractions and Bobby's legacy is his games - and what he achieved, mostly alone. Will he inspire others? We are certainly left with the understanding that his childhood (or lack of one) caused his troubled life. See more Mar 21, 2016 An unbiased biography of the chess genius Bobby Fischer. A tragic tale that is very interesting even for non-chess folks. It's always fascinating to see what makes champions tick... whether they're champions in sports, politics, the arts, etc. Very good documentary. See more Read all reviews

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