The Mighty Pawns

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Inner city kids are given new direction when they are convinced to join the school chess team.

Released: Feb 14, 1987

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Alfonso Ribeiro

Frank

Rosalind Cash

Mrs. Robinson

Paul Winfield

Mr. Wright

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