'Upside-Down Magic' Review (2020)
This fantasy movie released on Disney+ has strong topics and themes related to magic.
The Mighty Pawns (1987)
Inner city kids are given new direction when they are convinced to join the school chess team.
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Inner city kids are given new direction when they are convinced to join the school chess team.
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Genre:Drama, TV Movie
Written By:Stewart Bird
In Theaters:2/14/1987
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Runtime:57 minutes
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