Computer Chess (2013) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained

Release, runtime and language

2013 · 92 min · English

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Directed by

Andrew Bujalski

During the 1980s, a group of eccentric programmers and engineers convenes for a unique competition: developing computer programs capable of defeating human chess players. The film follows their efforts as they grapple with early coding techniques, unexpected technical challenges, and the intense pressure of the ultimate test of artificial intelligence. The competition showcases ingenuity and a glimpse into the early days of computer programming.