Magnus (2016)
Child. Genius. Champion.
From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines brightest when surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Through an extensive amount of archival footage and home movies, director Benjamin Ree reveals this young man’s unusual and rapid trajectory to the pinnacle of the chess world. This film allows the audience to not only peek inside this isolated community but also witness the maturation of a modern genius.
Top Cast
Magnus Carlsen
Himself
Viswanathan Anand
Himself
Henrik Carlsen
Himself
Espen Agdestein
Himself
Ellen Carlsen
Herself
Jon-Ludvig Hammer
Himself
FAQ about Magnus
What is Magnus about?
From a young age Magnus Carlsen had aspirations of becoming a champion chess player. While many players seek out an intensely rigid environment to hone their skills, Magnus’ brilliance shines brightest when surrounded by his loving and supportive family. Through an extensive…
When was Magnus released?
Magnus was released in 2016.
What genres does Magnus belong to?
Magnus is categorised as Documentary.
Who stars in Magnus?
The cast of Magnus includes Magnus Carlsen, Viswanathan Anand, Henrik Carlsen, Espen Agdestein, Ellen Carlsen.