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Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown (2014): Cast

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Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown is a 2014 documentary directed by Jean-Charles Deniau and Serguei Kostine, starring Anatoli Karpov and Garry Kasparov. It runs 52 minutes.

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Released
Runtime
52 min
Genre
Documentary
Original language
French
After the credits
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The story

What Is Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown About?

The premise of Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown without spoilers.

This documentary explores the intense 25-year rivalry between chess champions Anatoli Karpov and Garry Kasparov, set against the backdrop of the collapsing Soviet Union. It portrays their personal conflict as a symbolic struggle between a fading empire and a new generation of liberals. Through interwoven portraits, the film reveals the psychological depth of their competition and how their individual stories mirrored broader societal changes, ultimately becoming intertwined into a compelling narrative of power and ambition.

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Cast & crew

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown Cast

Anatoli Karpov leads the cast, with Garry Kasparov. Directed by Jean-Charles Deniau and Serguei Kostine.

From the directors

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Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown Also Known As

3 alternative titles, including “Karpov - Kasparov, deux rois pour une couronne” and “Карпов и Каспаров - Двама царе на една корона”.

Also known as
  • Karpov - Kasparov, deux rois pour une couronne
  • Карпов и Каспаров - Двама царе на една корона
  • Karpov - Kasparov

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Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, post-credit scenes and language of Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown?

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown runs 52 minutes.

When was Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown released?

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown was released on January 23, 2014.

Who directed Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown?

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown was directed by Jean-Charles Deniau and Serguei Kostine.

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Who is in the cast of Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown?

Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown stars Anatoli Karpov and Garry Kasparov.

Does Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown have a post-credit scene?

No. Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown has no extra scene during or after the credits.

What language is Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown in?

The original language of Karpov Kasparov - Two Kings for a Crown is French.

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