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The Surrounding Game is a documentary that focuses on the game of Go and the tournament to determine America's first professional Go player. Directed by Will Lockhart and Cole Pruitt, the film was conceived at Brown University and captures the experiences of several players over a four-year period across multiple countries. The narrative centers on key figures such as Andy Liu, who ultimately becomes the first American professional player, and Curtis Tang, a child prodigy in the game.
In addition to Liu and Tang, the film features Ben Lockhart, who studies Go in Korea, and Gansheng Shi, a Canadian player who becomes the second American Go professional. The documentary also includes a brief segment with Go Seigen, a notable figure in the Go community, filmed shortly before his death. The film's production spans various countries including South Korea, the United States, Canada, China, and Japan, and is presented in multiple languages including English, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.
Why Watch
- •Meet Andy Liu, America's first professional Go player.
- •Follow Curtis Tang, a child prodigy in Go.
- •See the international Go community in action.
Did You Know
•The film was directed by Will Lockhart and Cole Pruitt, both from Brown University.
•Andy Liu won the tournament and became the first American professional Go player.
•Curtis Tang is featured as a child prodigy in the game of Go.
•The documentary was filmed over a four-year period in several countries.
Perfect For
Board game enthusiastsFans of competitive sportsGo players and learners