The Luzhin Defence
Movie (2000)
A boy with an extraordinary gift for playing chess grows up to be a top-class player, but his troubled family life and lack of social skills present a barrier to his chances of finding love. This genuinely affecting romantic drama, based on the novel by Vladimir Nabokov, features an accomplished performance by the versatile John Turturro in the lead, while Emily Watson is perfect as the girl who finally catches his eye. Geraldine James and Stuart Wilson offer support
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- Cast & Credits 19 people
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Listings for: New York [All]
Wednesday, December 2nd 2009 -
Time Channel -
4:30pm W MAX--WOMAX -
4:30pm WMAX HD East
Cast
- John Turturro as Alexander Luzhin
- Emily Watson as Natalia
- Geraldine James as Vera
- Stuart Wilson as Valentinov
Credits
- Marleen Gorris Director
- Peter Berry Scriptwriter
- Stephen Evans Producer
- Philippe Guez Producer
