Queen to Play (2009): A Charming Tale of Empowerment through Chess
"Queen to Play" originally titled "Joueuse," is a French drama film directed by Caroline Bottaro and based on the novel "La Joueuse d’échecs" by Bertina Henrichs. Released in 2009, the film stars Sandrine Bonnaire as Hélène, a housekeeper on the island of Corsica, and Kevin Kline as Dr. Kröger, a reclusive American expatriate. This thoughtful and uplifting film explores themes of self-discovery, empowerment, and the transformative power of chess.
