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The Dark Horse (2014)
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📖 Story
One-time Maori speed-chess champ, Genesis Potini, lives with a bi-polar disorder and must overcome prejudice and violence in the battle to save his struggling chess club, his family and ultimately, himself.
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74
Worth tryingRise-to-power
EnergyRising and charged
ToneEpic and aspirational
ExperienceGrowth, power, and escalation
Best suited forcharacter-driven drama and emotional tension
What to expect from this title?Expect a rise-from-below journey built on training, power shifts, and the satisfaction of steady progression.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
🛡️ Age guidance & viewing advice
Older teens
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Best suited for12
Content levelTeen content
GuidanceMay not suit younger children
Rating methodOfficial source
ConfidenceHigh
SourceOfficial rating • Germany • TMDB
• Violence & action• Serious themes
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🧾 Quick take
Viewer insight The Dark Horse is a 2014 film in the Drama / History category from New Zealand. Directed by James Napier Robertson. Starring Cliff Curtis and James Rolleston. Runtime: about 124 minutes. Original language: English. An official trailer is available on this page. Watch options are shown when available.
Genre: Drama / History, Released in 2014, Original language: English, Production: New Zealand, Runtime: about 124 minutes, Starring Cliff Curtis and James Rolleston.
Runtime
124 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
New Zealand
Type
Movie
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Director: James Napier Robertson
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1What is movie The Dark Horse (2014)?
It is a movie released in 2014 within the Drama, History category.
2What is the story of The Dark Horse?
The Dark Horse (2014) is a movie in the Drama, History category on ShofHub. Explore the story, cast, rating, trailer, and official availability details.
3Can you watch The Dark Horse online?
Yes. The page currently shows official online availability through providers such as Apple TV Store.
4What is the rating of The Dark Horse?
It currently holds a TMDB rating of 6.3/10 based on 145 ratings.
5What is the runtime of The Dark Horse?
Its runtime is about 124 minutes.
6What kind of viewers is The Dark Horse best suited for?
Best for viewers who value emotional clarity, strong character work, and stories that leave a lasting impression.
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