The Chess Players of New York
WORLD PREMIERE / Documentary Short Competition / 9 mins
GENRE: DOCUMENTARY
Description
"The outcome of your game is limited because you haven't developed all your pieces." While serving 22 years in prison, Damion "Focus" Coppedge found refuge in the game of chess. After hearing about the positive impacts of New York's last remaining chess shop on his community, Focus vows to follow suit and help others in traumatic situations find healing through chess.
Cast/Crew
Director/Writer: Vern Moen
Producer: David De Rothschild