Carlsen became a Grandmaster at age 13 and won the FIDE World Chess Championship in 2013, marking significant milestones in his chess career.
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Carlsen became a Grandmaster at age 13 and won the FIDE World Chess Championship in 2013, marking significant milestones in his chess career.
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Magnus Carlsen, a chess prodigy from Norway, became a Grandmaster at the age of 13 and won the FIDE World Chess Championship in 2013. Directed by Benjamin Ree, the film "Magnus" features archival footage and home movies that document Carlsen's early life and rise in the chess world. Premiering at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2016, it became the fastest sold-out film at the event. The film includes interviews and highlights Carlsen's supportive family environment, which played a crucial role in his development as a champion.
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- See Magnus Carlsen's rise to Grandmaster at 13.
- Watch exclusive home movies of Carlsen's early life.
- Find out why BBC listed it as a top documentary in 2016.
Did You Know
- Magnus Carlsen became a Grandmaster at age 13.
- The film premiered at Tribeca Film Festival in 2016.
- Magnus Carlsen beat 10 lawyers in blindfolded chess at Harvard.
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Who directed the documentary Magnus?
Magnus was directed by Benjamin Ree.
At what age did Magnus Carlsen become a Grandmaster?
Magnus Carlsen became a Grandmaster at the age of 13.
What was the approval rating of Magnus on Rotten Tomatoes?
Magnus holds an 81% approval rating on Rotten Tomatoes, based on 21 reviews.
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