Based on the book of the same name by Walter Tevis

Based on the book of the same name by Walter Tevis, "The Queen's Gambit" takes place in 1983, when the author, already struggling with rheumatic heart disease, learned to play chess at the age of seven. His life, marked by adversities such as the absence of parents and the fight against alcoholism, was reflected in the protagonist of the work, who stands out as a prodigy on the board. However, unlike her character, Tevis never reached such heights of chess talent. Through his work, he wanted to convey his passion for sport, even though he spent part of his childhood in a home for the sick, under the constant effect of sedatives.
Did you know??