Critical Thinking(2020)
“Chess is the great equalizer”
Overview
Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.
Director
John Leguizamo
Studio
Cinema Veritas
Cast
John Leguizamo
as Mario Martinez
Rachel Bay Jones
as Principal Kestel
Michael Kenneth Williams
as Mr. Roundtree
Corwin C. Tuggles
as Sedrick Roundtree
Jorge Lendeborg Jr.
as Ito Paniagua
Angel Bismark Curiel
as Rodelay Medina
Will Hochman
as Gil Luna
Jeffry Batista
as Marcel Martinez
Zora Casebere
as Chanayah
Ramses Jimenez
as Andre Lamar
Todd Allen Durkin
as Detective Ransone
Brandon Somers
as Harutyun Akopyan
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2020
Runtime
1h 57m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Production Companies
Cinema Veritas • NRSP • Perfect Balance
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Where can I watch Critical Thinking?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Critical Thinking (2020).
What is Critical Thinking about?▼
Based on a true story from 1998, five Latino and Black teenagers from the toughest underserved ghetto in Miami fight their way into the National Chess Championship under the guidance of their unconventional but inspirational teacher.
Who directed Critical Thinking?▼
Critical Thinking was directed by John Leguizamo and released in 2020. It is a drama film.
How long is Critical Thinking?▼
Critical Thinking has a runtime of 1 hours and 57 minutes (117 minutes total).
Who stars in Critical Thinking?▼
The cast of Critical Thinking includes John Leguizamo as Mario Martinez, Rachel Bay Jones as Principal Kestel, Michael Kenneth Williams as Mr. Roundtree, Corwin C. Tuggles as Sedrick Roundtree, Jorge Lendeborg Jr. as Ito Paniagua and more.
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