The Luzhin Defence

Film

The Luzhin Defence

6.3/ 10· 492000109 min

“Two worlds collide when an eccentric genius falls in love with a strong-willed society beauty.”

Based upon the novel by Vladimir Nabokov, a chess grandmaster travels to Italy in the 1920s to play in a tournament and falls in love.

Director: Marleen Gorris

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Where can I watch The Luzhin Defence?: It can also be rented or bought on YouTube, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Fandango At Home, Google Play Movies. Availability is refreshed weekly.
How long is The Luzhin Defence?: The Luzhin Defence runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Who stars in The Luzhin Defence?: The Luzhin Defence stars John Turturro, Emily Watson, Geraldine James, Stuart Wilson, Fabio Sartor.

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