Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.
Editor's Verdict
"The movie focuses entirely on the true story of a debate team's journey to a national championship. The only connection noted is a 'Holiday Release,' which is marketing, not narrative integration. There are no significant setting, plot, thematic, or iconic connections to Christmas."
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🎄 Notable Elements
Cast & Crew
John Leguizamo
Mario Martinez
Rachel Bay Jones
Principal Kestel
Michael Kenneth Williams
Mr. Roundtree
Corwin C. Tuggles
Sedrick Roundtree
Jorge Lendeborg Jr.
Ito Paniagua
Angel Bismark Curiel
Rodelay Medina
Will Hochman
Gil Luna
Jeffry Batista
Marcel Martinez
Zora Casebere
Chanayah
Ramses Jimenez
Andre Lamar
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