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YARAT Contemporary Art Space is delighted to invite everyone to the screening of documental film 'Magnus', directed by Benjamin Ree (Norway).

The screening will be organized as a event of YARAT Film Club on September 6.

The documentary MAGNUS is the personal journey of Magnus Carlsen – now 25 years old – who is known as "the Mozart of Chess".

Shot over a decade, the filmmakers take you inside the mind of a modern genius, from boyhood to the culmination of his quest for the game's highest honor. From an awkward childhood to international renown, the movie tells a coming of age story that is bound to engage non-chess players as well as the millions of people who play chess all over the world.

Magnus is the story of a precocious boy who conquers the world. A unique insight in master's mind as he charts a path to greatness.

Film will be shown in English. The entrance is free.

YARAT is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to nurturing an understanding of contemporary art in Azerbaijan and to creating a platform for Azerbaijani art, both nationally and internationally. Based in Baku, YARAT (meaning CREATE in Azerbaijani) was founded by Aida Mahmudova in 2011. YARAT realises its mission through an on-going program of exhibitions, education events and festivals. YARAT facilitates exchange between local and international artistic networks including foundations, galleries and museums.

A series of reciprocal residencies further fosters opportunities for global cultural dialogue and partnership. Educational initiatives include lectures, seminars, master classes, and the Young Artist Project ARTIM (meaning PROGRESS in Azerbaijani).

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