Algorithms

Visually arresting as it is, the pic stands out mainly for its subject matter, the first documentary on blind chess, even though it fits snugly within the sub-genre of underdog stories.

The narrative moves seamlessly between the games and competitions to the boys' homes, neighbourhoods and cities. When it comes to the sport itself, the film plants you on the 64 squares.

Shot in black and white, and featuring lots of close-ups of fingers reading the chess pieces like braille, the film echoes the meditative pacing of the game.

Algorithms makes me wish I could play the game. More importantly, it demonstrates that, just like chess is about the mind, so is (dis)ability.