Movie Description

Die Grünstein-Variante

(1985)

Overview

The plot revolves around three men waiting to be deported in a prison. To escape the monotony, they form chess pieces from their bread rations, with which they then play against each other. Grünstein, a Polish Jew, proves to be a real talent, because although he is a beginner, he manages to defeat even the experienced player Lodeck, a German sailor, with his "Grünstein Variant".

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Original TitleDie Grünstein-Variante

Status Released

Release Information

  • 1985-04-19

Original LanguageUnknown

Runtime 01h 45m

Genres

  • Drama