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The Queen's Gambit (2020)

jetero -4 points 3 years ago.

It is a good show but it has a very big flaw : we learn absolutely nothing about chess. We often see the characters moving chess pieces on the board but it’s totally fake. Even in the last game, when you expect to see what they play, it is not shown… So in the end, this show is not about chess at all, but it is a drama about an orphan growing up, and alcohol and drugs, etc.. It could have been about soccer, or squash, or anything else…

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rbzt 2 points 3 years ago.

Did you actually watch the series? I read your comment before i started to watch this, but halfway in i can’t disagree more with you. They name and explain various tactics and playstyles, but still make it watchable for the people who’r not into chess. But, Even if it where true what you stated, it still wouldnt be a flaw. This series is about passion and dedication for what you love, archieving goals, learning and growing, something most of us can perfectly relate too. Thats why this series is so good IMO

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