Critical Thinking
An inspiringly uplifting film, reminding us of the potential of each and every student out there.
Critical Thinking
Based on a true story from 1998, five LatinX 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.
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Runtime
117
Language
English
Director
John Leguizamo
Writer(s)
Dito Montiel
Cast
John Leguizamo
FEATURED REVIEW
Pamela Powell, Reel Honest Reviews
John Leguizamo makes his directorial debut with “Critical Thinking,” a story of an inner-city chess team fighting stereotypes, gang violence, and more in an effort to win the U.S. National Chess Championship. The film was set to premiere at the 2020 SXSW Film Festival, but due to Covid-19, the film ...
Played at
Laemmle Virtual Cinema 9.04.20 - 10.01.20
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