🎬 La diagonale du fou (1984) – AKA Dangerous Moves
📅 Release Year: 1984
🌍 Country: Switzerland / France
🎭 Genre: Drama, Sport
⏱ Duration: 112 min
🎬 Director: Richard Dembo
📖 Storyline
La diagonale du fou (1984) follows a tense chess championship between an aging former champion and a young, ambitious challenger.
Beyond the game itself, the film delves into the psychological pressures, personal sacrifices, and moral dilemmas faced by the players.
As the match unfolds, both men confront their past choices, ambitions, and the cost of their obsession with victory, blending sport with intense human drama.
🎥 Movie Details
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Original Title: La diagonale du fou
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Language: French
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Subtitles: English
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Release Date: 1984
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Setting: Geneva, Switzerland
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Production: Switzerland / France
🎭 Cast
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Michel Piccoli
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Alexandre Arbatt
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Livio Caprile
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Monique Chaumette
⭐ Review & Analysis
La diagonale du fou is a cerebral and introspective drama that uses the tension of competitive chess as a metaphor for life’s personal and ethical conflicts.
The film is visually restrained, emphasizing dialogue, subtle expressions, and psychological nuance over action, creating an intimate portrait of ambition, rivalry, and the human cost of excellence.
🎯 Why Watch This Movie?
✔ Intellectual drama centered on chess
✔ Deep exploration of personal and moral conflict
✔ Character-driven narrative
✔ Tense, psychological storytelling
🎬 Similar Movies
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Searching for Bobby Fischer (1993)
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Pawn Sacrifice (2014)
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Queen of Katwe (2016)
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The Luzhin Defence (2000)
❓ FAQ
Is this a sports movie?
Yes, but it focuses more on psychological tension and character study than physical competition.
Is it action-packed?
No. The drama unfolds slowly, emphasizing mental and emotional stakes.
Who should watch this film?
Fans of cerebral, character-driven films and competitive chess narratives.
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