Still showing a progressive move in American storytelling, with somewhat check with reality struggling to accept the contribution of women in chess. In reality Karpov and Kasparov are still the SSSR unbeaten champions and still US is a loser, but it's refreshing to see US cinema accepting Russia as a country to be respected and the gratitude it show of the courage and respect for the winners of WW2. On non-political side, the series are well written concentrating on the creation of choosing the best in ourselves as individuals but still looking up to the collective to reach for the help we all are looking for when we are left alone. Last episode was really beautiful for me to watch and enjoy the beauty of the great Russian people and the respect of American sportmanship