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THE CHESS PLAYERS

शतरंज के खिलाड़ी | Shatranj Ke Khilari

Directed by Satyajit Ray
India, 1977
Comedy, Drama, History
  • 115115 minutes

Synopsis

General Outram declares British rule over the kingdom of Oudh in Lucknow and demands that the king, who has shown no interest in the affairs of state, abdicate. Meanwhile, two noblemen meet for a game of chess, neglecting their families and the momentous political occasion engulfing their state.

Synopsis

General Outram declares British rule over the kingdom of Oudh in Lucknow and demands that the king, who has shown no interest in the affairs of state, abdicate. Meanwhile, two noblemen meet for a game of chess, neglecting their families and the momentous political occasion engulfing their state.