1. The Dark Horse - New Zealand Film Commission
The Dark Horse is an inspiring true story based on the life of a charismatic, brillant but little-known New Zealand hero and chess champion - Genesis Potini.
Written and directed by James Napier Robertson, The Dark Horse is an inspiring true story based on the life of a charismatic, little-known New Zealand hero, Genesis Potini, played by Cliff Curtis (Once Were Warriors, Whale Rider, Boy). The film also stars James Rolleston (Boy), Kirk Torrance (Stickmen, Sione’s 2 – Unfinished Business), Xavier Horan (Dean Spanley), Miriama McDowell (Dean Spanley) and newcomer Wayne Hapi. Once a heralded chess champion, Genesis has spent the last few years in and out of mental institutions, battling with severe bipolar disorder.
2. A Surprising Move from “The Dark Horse” | Same Page Team
Apr 22, 2016 · The film is based on a true story. It centres on Genesis Potini, a mentally ill chess prodigy. It involves a rag-tag group of underprivileged kids and a ...
It’s easy to form a preconceived notion about The Dark Horse before it even begins. The film is based on a true story. It centres on Genesis Potini, a mentally ill chess prodigy. It involves …
3. Movie Review: The Dark Horse - Blog | CREST.BD
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The Dark Horse (2014), the New Zealand feature film (not to be confused with the popular 2015 racehorse documentary Dark Horse) is a story about a Maori man who became famous for his ability at speed-chess. This in spite of, or maybe partly because of, his bipolar condition. But greater ... Read more
4. “The Dark Horse”: A Movie Review… and a Chess and Children's ...
Jan 18, 2016 · “The Dark Horse” (released in July 2014 and directed by James Napier Robertson) is a film telling the true story of a Māori ex-speed chess ...
“The Dark Horse” (released in July 2014 and directed by James Napier Robertson) is a film telling the true story of a Māori ex-speed chess champ, Genesis Potini, a “…charis…
5. True Story of Chess Champ Genesis Potini Told in 'The Dark Horse'
Mar 30, 2016 · The New Zealand drama “The Dark Horse” tells the real-life story of chess genius Genesis Potini (Cliff Curtis) and his struggle with a severe bipolar disorder.
“The Dark Horse” tells the real-life story of chess genius Genesis Potini and his struggle with severe bipolar disorder. After years in and out of mental institutions, the former champ seeks a new purpose in life and finds it teaching chess in an after-school center.
6. The Dark Horse movie review & film summary (2016) | Roger Ebert
Apr 1, 2016 · Based on the true story of Maori speed-chess master Genesis Potini, and directed by James Napier Robertson, it's a feel-good story with the potential to make ...
The Dark Horse dials down the sentimentality, and works purely on the strength of real-life events.
7. The Dark Horse | Film - NZ On Screen
Film (Trailer and Excerpts) – 2014 ... The Dark Horse is the story of a Māori former chess champ who must "overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save ...
The Dark Horse - The Dark Horse is the story of a Māori former chess champ who must "overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save his struggling chess club, his family and ultimately, himself". Genesis Potini has a bipolar disorder. His nephew Mana (Boy star James Rolleston) faces being pressed into a gang. A near-unrecognisable Cliff Curtis won international acclaim as Potini. James Napier Robertson's second feature was picked to open the 2014 NZ International Film Festival, and scored six Moa awards, including Best Picture, Director, Actor and Supporting Actor (Rolleston). Overseas, it won many more.
8. The Dark Horse [2014] – A Soulful Tale of Redemption
Nov 24, 2016 · New Zealand film-maker James Napier Robertson's “The Dark Horse” (2014) tells the story of real-life chess champion Genesis Potini.
New Zealand film-maker James Napier Robertson’s “The Dark Horse” (2014) tells the story of real-life chess champion Genesis Potini. ...
9. Dark Horse, The (2014) - Whats After The Credits?
Apr 1, 2016 · Based upon a powerful true story, The Dark Horse is the uplifting portrait of a man searching for the courage to lead, despite his struggles ...
An emotionally charged and inspiring drama about a man who searches for the courage to lead, despite his own adversities - finding purpose and hope in passing on his gift to the children in his community.
10. The Dark Horse Movie Review | Common Sense Media
Mar 21, 2024 · What's the Story? Genesis Potini (Cliff Curtis), a real-life Māori chess champion in New Zealand, is the subject of THE DARK HORSE.
Soulful story about chess, mental illness, and redemption. Read Common Sense Media's The Dark Horse review, age rating, and parents guide.
11. The Dark Horse | Rotten Tomatoes
This movie was based on fact about Genesis 'Gen' Potini (Cliff Curtis), a Maori speed-chess champion seeking redemption and a new purpose in life despite his ...
After suffering a nervous breakdown, chess player Genesis Potini (Cliff Curtis) volunteers to teach a group of disadvantaged children how to play the game.
12. 'The Dark Horse' review - The Arizona Republic
Apr 14, 2016 · Based on a true story, “The Dark Horse” tells the story Genesis “Gen” Potini, a respected New Zealand speed chess player of Maori descent ...
A passionate central performance by Cliff Curtis gives power to this drama about bipolar chess master Genesis Potini.
13. A chequered history: Maori identity in The Dark Horse. - Document - Gale
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Gale Academic OneFile includes A chequered history: Maori identity in The Dark Horse. by Susan Bye. Click to explore.
14. Dark Horse: The Incredible True Story of Dream Alliance - RVC Equine
Sep 5, 2016 · Dark Horse (winner of the World Cinema Documentary Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival) is a documentary about the unlikely rise of a ...
Professor Roger Smith, orthopaedic surgeon at the Royal Veterinary College Equine Hospital, was on the red carpet on for the film premier of Dark Horse: The Incredible True Story of Dream Alliance.
15. Chess in the Movies • page 2/3 • Off-Topic Discussion - Lichess.org
Nov 9, 2023 · "The Dark Horse" (2014) is a good movie about chess, very Heart touching and by the way it's an arthouse movie. It's about the life of the ...
@Letpchess said in #1: > Hey there! > > Currently I am reviewing Chess movies on my blog. > I have posted my opinion about 3 of my top picks so far: > >…
16. The Dark Horse - Wellington - POW Studios
Aug 21, 2022 · The Dark Horse a highly acclaimed 2014 New Zealand drama film ... It is based on the real-life story of Genesis Potini, a brilliant ...
Description The Dark Horse a highly acclaimed 2014 New Zealand drama film written and directed by James Napier Robertson and staring Cliff Curtis and James Rolleston. It is based on the real-life story of Genesis Potini, a brilliant New Zealand chess player who suffered from severe bipolar disor
17. The Dark Horse | Watch On Demand
The Dark Horse is a provocative, emotionally-charged drama about a man who searches for the courage to lead, despite his own adversities - finding purpose and ...
Watch the trailer, rent or own as HD stream or download using the NZ Films app.The Dark Horse is a provocative, emotionally-charged drama about a man who searches for the courage to lead, despite his own adversities...
18. The Dark Horse - Apple TV
An inspiring true story based on the life of charismatic and brilliant chess champion, Genesis Potini. His emotionally-charged story is about finding …
19. The Dark Horse | Transmission Films
Starring an extraordinary NZ cast; Cliff Curtis (Whale Rider and Boy), James Rolleston (Boy) and Kirk Torrance (Outrageous Fortune), The Dark Horse is an ...
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20. The Dark Horse (2014) directed by James Napier Robertson - Letterboxd
One-time Maori speed-chess champ, Genesis Potini, lives with a bi-polar disorder and must overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save his ...
One-time Maori speed-chess champ, Genesis Potini, lives with a bi-polar disorder and must overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save his struggling chess club, his family and ultimately, himself.
21. Review: The Dark Horse - Slant Magazine
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Despite the occasional cliché, this film mostly feels as messy as life, and as movingly complicated.
