The Queens Gambit and the checkmate for the game

Often when we see a viral tweet, news or article feeds we always skim the top, the latest for the day or the hour that's how the world or the predefined systems and standards work isnt it

Thanks to the way journalism and communication have evolved that we never thought or heard about TRP's in general.

The way we consume information has also evolved due to pragmatic advertising and cross-platform promotions and nowadays the most talked and encouraged Netflix historical series (parents don't mind their children binge-watching this series) and the talk of the town is

"The Queens Gambit"

is based on an orphaned girl ( a child prodigy who was a Grandmaster chess player) Elizabeth Harmon called Beth in the series

In the series, Anya Taylor-Joy plays Elizabeth Harmon, the charismatic orphan genius who storms the male-dominated world of competitive chess.

See the bump for October when Netflix started promoting or marketing the series.

(Sports + Entertainment + psychology + based on true story) make a deadly combination and an evergreen formula (masala) to sure-shot success or virality.

Sports and Entertainment are like long last twins, who when get together is bound to make history. Be it Hollywood or Bollywood we have quite a few examples that have ruled the hearts, brand promotions, and the TRP's blasting.

David Llada, chief marketing officer for the International Chess Federation (FIDE), women make up about 16% of any country's licensed players

The names that I can relate to most are Vishwanathan Anand, Koneru Humpy, and Garry Kasparov.

THE QUEEN’S GAMBIT Quotes

Elizabeth, you are going to find a much different life here. A better one than you might have had.

What’s the last thing they said to you before they died?

I thought I told you to wait and take those vitamins at bedtime?

Most of us are lifers. Been here a long time. Nobody’s gonna come for us now. We’re too old. Or too black.

I don’t play with strangers.

You just be careful you don’t get too used to that feeling.

Girls do not play chess.

That’s called the Scholar’s Mate.

Those things are called openings. The Queens Gambit.

To tell you the truth of it, child, you’re astounding.

What surprised me was how bad they played. They left backward pawns all over the place, and their pieces were wide open for forks.

It felt good. I never won at anything before.

They won’t let me play anymore, I’m being punished. Please, can you help me?

The only girls of your age who work are colored.

You won’t have to suffer much longer.

You go ahead, I’m gonna study the board a little longer.

My tranquility needs to be refurbished.

You’re a good soul, Beth.

Maybe if you would have gotten here on time.

Do you see it now? Or should we finish this on the board?

You destroy everyone you play.

This might be the best Christmas I’ve ever had.

They say you are the real thing.

When I was a girl, I wasn’t allowed to be competitive.

Chess can also be, beautiful.

Creativity and psychosis often go hand in hand. Or, for that matter, genius and madness.

I’ve flirted with alcohol my entire life. If anything, I think it is about time I consummated the relationship.

There is one player that scares me. The Russian. Borgov.

I thought he could see what I was planning. I thought he could hear my heart beating, and know-how panicked I was. He still had time to get out of it. But he took the piece just as I planned. I went into that game with a perfect score.

I wanted to win. I wanted to hammer his weaknesses. I wanted to show that f*&^ing pirate that I could beat him, even though I didn’t play the way he thought I should.

You were thinking about winning.

You resign now.

I know what it feels like to lose. And now you do too.

You’ve got so much anger in you. You’ve got to be careful.

For you Beth Harmon, I resign the old fashion way.

Borgov’s not a machine.

Dark’s nothing to be afraid of. In fact, I’d go as far as saying there’s nothing to be afraid of. Anywhere. The strongest person is the person who isn’t scared to be alone.

If you are going to play the Soviets, you need help.

It’s chess, we’re all primadonnas.

Anger is a potent spice. A pinch wakes you up, too much dulls your senses.

I think there’s more to life than chess.

It’s foolish to run the risk of going mad for vanity’s sake.

You’re wrong, ya know. You taught me a lot. I’m really glad you called.

Do you know what they called him? The pride and sorrow of chess.

They help each other out. As Americans, we work alone because we’re all such individualists. We don’t like to let anyone help us.

You could never be a model. You are pretty enough, but you are much too smart. Models are empty creatures. The camera lens fills them with color and texture, and, once in a while, even mystery. But just like there is no mystery to a vacant lot, it’s just there until you put something interesting on top of it.

Well kid, I think you’ve got it.

I would say it is much easier to play chess without the burden of Adam’s Apple.

You already have so much more than they do. And something none of them has Talent.

Benny, I don’t know what I’m doing. Or going to.

I always tell people that I was there for two of your big firsts.

You’re no orphan, not anymore.

I know, me a lawyer, but the world is f*&^ed up. And if I’m gonna change it, I can’t spend all my time teaching white girls how to hold a badminton racket. I’m gonna be radical.

Let’s look at where you’re at, which after being here all of five minutes, looks like it’s at the bottom of a f*&^ing hole. And it’s looking a lot like you dug it yourself. My advice, stop digging.

You’ve been the best at what you do for so long, you don’t even know what it’s like for the rest of us.

For a time, I was all you had. And for a time, you was all I had.

I’m here because you need me to be here. That’s what family does.

Excellent. What a brilliant recovery. I resign with relief.

You are a marvel, my dear. I may have just played the best chess player of my life.

Harmon plays pawn to Queen Bishop four. The Queen’s Gambit.

Tell them that being in Russia has made you feel lucky to be an American.

The one thing we know about Elizabeth Harmon is that she loves to win.

It’s your game. Take it.

It’s a big deal, beating the Soviets at their own game.

Let’s play.

"The chess world has been longing for its real-life Beth Harmon!" David Llada (CMO for FIDE) told Insider

Despite all the jazz what truly serves is the love for the game. The anticipation of the next move keeps the adrenaline pumping. If you see a few enthusiasts suddenly coming out of nowhere or your wife/sister coming up with a darn move on the checkmate blame it on the love of the game and some special effects by Queens Gambit.

If you feel you are a bit out of practice and want to up your game this holiday season. Do check out this awesome resource from Coursesity seems very helpful.

PS: Don't worry thank me later for sharing. I have added the series to my list of must-watch.

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Sources: https://www.guide4moms.com/2020/10/netflix-the-queens-gambit-quotes.html

https://www.cnet.com/news/the-queens-gambit-on-netflix-ending-explained-and-all-your-questions-answered/

https://www.fandango.com/movie-photos/the-best-sports-movies-based-on-true-stories-1121