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The Luzhin Defence Reviews
Decent on its own merits, but as an adaptation of the Nabokov novel, it feels like the changes to the story resulted in the thematic and poetic elements of his insanity being lost in the translation to film.
well crafted historical/period drama that proves bobby fisher wasn't the first chess champ that was wack a doodle.
Based on a Nabokov novel published in 1930, this film delves into the mind and soul of an obsessed chess player, and the love of a woman who sees him beyond the celebrated chess player he is. Emily Watson plays the role of a woman in love with a genuine human being; and not a more glamorous but ultimately shallow alternative.
Hauntingly beautiful film about a quiet genius unable to handle the practical side of life who finds love and understanding from a young socialite (played by the luminous Emily Watson). John Turturro delivers a stellar performance unlike anything I've ever seen him in before, and should have garnered a Best Actor nomination. It matters not if you like chess or not, this film is excellent!
All it takes, is someone to believe in you.
Much more interesting than it sounds and driven by a strong central performance from John Turturro who should've at least received a nomination for the the Best Actor Oscar.
It has a fairly standard structure to it and is a romance above everything else, but the chess angle adds a different and suprising element to the plot workthrough. It's easy to see why Turturro with his history of playing pyschological characters, why he was chosen to play the deteriorating in mind Luzhin.
THE LUZHIN DEFENCE A very good movie. An interesting story, funny and sweet in places, albeit disturbing in many aspects as well. It is based upon a novel by Vladimir Nabokov and concerns underlying themes of love and family, dysfunctional personalities and relationships, and vulnerable people. John Turturro gives an awesome performance as the deeply troubled genius and chess master Alexander Luzhin. Emily Watson was wonderful as the open-hearted young woman Natalia, somewhat overwhelmed as she finds herself the object of his sudden marital intentions. The entire film was shot on location. The story is set in Europe between the great wars and depicts period dress, manners and mores of the upper middle class bourgeoisie typical of that time. The action takes place at a high-brow Italian lakeside resort community where the unlikely couple first lay eyes on one anotheris it love at first sight or something else entirely? The vacation resort is hosting a national chess tournament in which Alexander will be competing in a grueling challenge against a vanguard of eminent gaming professionals for top honors. In flashback we come to see and understand through his haunting memories the sources of Alexanders past and present torments as he tries to remain focused and work out his winning strategies. As days go by and the chess match proceeds, the pressure mounts and questions abound. Will Alexander be able to withstand the enormous personal stress he is laboring under, not to mention certain devilish attempts to sabotage his play, and carry off a victory in the competition? Will Natalias ever-growing love will be strong enough to continue to nurture their budding relationship and ultimately save her precious Sashas (pet name) life? A great story. Solid entertainment. A rating of PG-13 seems about right for this film.
Dicen que la historia es mas profunda, oscura y depresiva de lo que muestra esta pelicula, pero aun asi me conmovio bastante por tratarse de una vida genial y tragica
"The Luzhin Defence" is a story of madness, chess and love set in a luxurious Italian resort around 1920. Based on a novel by Vladimir Nabokov, it actually seems to be adapted from a short story, as the action has been concentrated into just a few days, although neurotic chess champion Luzhin's back story is explored through a series of flash backs that expands the time frame. There are probably layers of the film I failed to notice: I know the whole thing is supposed to be one giant chess game, with Emily Watson being the powerful and mobile queen, and Luzhin the important but almost paralysed king, but there may have been more depth to it than I gathered. The whole thing seemed a bit flat and contrived to me. I've seen 온라인카지노추천 adaptations with more class, style and power. If you've watched the trailer, be warned that they've selected the more romantic and sprightly bits of the film (virtually all of them are in there), which gives a really skewed impression of its tone: it is actually quite dark and depressing.
Muy buena. Un genio con sindrome de asperger experto en ajedrez. Cine europeo nada que ver con hollywood
What starts as an odd period charmer about a games I went off years ago, sadly descends badly at the end into convenient melodrama with what converts into a lazy ending.
If you were to think of it as a Merchant Ivory remake of A Beautiful Mind you wouldn't be far wrong. This is an atmospheric costume drama. It makes interesting use of flashbacks and these combine with fine performances to give a real feeling of being transported. As a whole it has a finely judged disturbing and disoriented atmosphere.
wow umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch..its got a great cast of actors/actressess throughout this movie..i think that both emily watson n john turturro play good parts throughout this movie,,its a sad movie but its an enjoyable movie 2 watch..i think that stewart wilson n massimo sarchielli play good parts throghout this movie..i think that the director of this Drama, Art House & International movie had done a good job of directing this movie because you never know what 2 expect throughout this movie n its got good scenery throughout this movie..its a good Drama, Art House & International movie 2 watch
romance with a cute tech tag on the game of chess
I love this kind of movies a brilliant chess player played by John Turturro was spectacular the story is fantastic. I love John Turturro he is such a great actor I think he is one of the best actors of the world.