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Critical Thinking
“Chess is the great equalizer”
6.5 / 10• 2020• 1h 57m•NR• English
Drama
Storyline
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.
Cast & Crew
John Leguizamo
Mario Martinez
Lead
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
JB
Jeffry Batista
Marcel Martinez
What People Are Saying
4.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. John Leguizamo's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
3.0
“Every frame feels alive. Critical Thinking is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
