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The Dark Horse

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The true story of New Zealand chess champion Genesis Potini (Curtis), a man who, despite having to face challenges on his own, finds purpose teaching chess to the children in his community in the hope of helping them avoid a life of crime and violence.

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Cast & Crew See All

Cliff Curtis
Genesis
James Rolleston
Mana
Kirk Torrance
Noble

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The Dark Horse (International Trailer)
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The Dark Horse (International Trailer)
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The Dark Horse (US)
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The Dark Horse
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The Dark Horse: Burn The School Down (US)
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The Dark Horse: King For A King
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The Dark Horse: Go Eastern Knights (US)
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Awards

  • 2014 - New Zealand Screen Award - Best Screenplay - winner
  • 2014 - Asia Pacific Screen Award - Best Performance by an Actor - winner
  • 2014 - Film Award - Best Film - winner
  • 2014 - Film Award - Best Supporting Actor - winner

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