The Man in the Red Beret

Chess Master Jude Acers has set up his "World Chess Table" on Decatur Street in the New Orleans French Quarter since 1981, where he plays all comers for five bucks a "lesson game." This is his story.

1h 42mNo ratings yet

Documentary

Overview

He wears a red beret to make it easy for folks to find him on a busy New Orleans French Quarter street, where he's set up a folding table and a couple of chessboards since 1981. He takes on all comers for $5 a game. He's probably the most famous chess player you've never heard of—until now.

Details

Status: Released
Original language: English
Spoken languages: English
Cast: Jude Acers
Director: Derek Bridges
Producer: Kaitlin Hanrahan,Trey DeArk,Derek Bridges
Cinematography: Kaitlin Hanrahan
Budget: $10
Revenue: Not recorded
Homepage: Official site
IMDb: tt37889198