James Burke reports from Reykjavik, Iceland, on the World Chess Championship, which pits outspoken American Bobby Fischer against Soviet Boris Spassky. Even before a single move has been made, many are already dubbing it the “Match of the Century”.
A rare opportunity to meet Fischera controversial and secretive man, described as a genius, a man who lives for chess and has been obsessed with it since the age of nine. In an exclusive interviewthe American champion talks about his sensational career, the life of a professional chess player, his fight to have the sport recognized in the United States, and his conviction that he has been the unofficial champion for ten years. – but was denied the opportunity to compete due to Russia’s desire to keep this prestigious title in Soviet hands.
Also featured in this documentary Danish GM and writer Bent Larsen, and Yugoslav GM Svetozar Gligorić.
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