Watch whole series, slow rainy and cold day. I used to be a "good" chess play. After first couple years never beaten. Kept waiting for real move sequenses, never happen.

IOW, actual chess moves only suggested never shown. Minor detail in alcoholic overcomes self and although defeated several times conquers? So what, ever heard that slow triumph plot before?

Most compelling were her actress EYES. They could grab your attention. Short term success but zero classic potential?

Oh yes, she was so short of funds yet wore super high end EXPENSIVE fashions!! Looked good but phony to story line. I watched, will quickly forget a too typical poor girl knocks chess out of the ball park ?? And never happened?