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Eugene's story of how he was transformed from a "Pawn" into a "King" and how you can do the same by understanding the real chess game of life. Position isn't

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His remarkable story is captured in the film "Life of a King" starring Academy Award Winner, Cuba Gooding Jr., who is playing the role of Eugene Brown. While spending 18 years in federal prison for making the poor choice as a 20-year-old to engage in the felonious act of robbing a bank, he gained clarity while having a paradigm shift on life.

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The film tells the true story of Eugene Brown ( Cuba Gooding Jr. ), an ex-convict who starts the Big Chair Chess Club for inner-city youths in Washington, D.C. Eugene is in prison where "Chess Man" gambles cigarettes with him over games of chess. Nearing release, Eugene is concerned about not having friends on the outside anymore.

https://www.chessmaneugenebrown.com/bio
Chessman Eugene Brown is a motivational speaker, author, and founder of the Big Chair Chess Club, a non-profit organization that teaches chess to at-risk youth in Washington, D.C. His bio page reveals his inspiring journey from prison to redemption, and how he uses chess as a tool for social change.

https://www.thechessdrum.net/blog/2021/01/02/ted-talk-with-eugene-brown-life-of-a-king/
There is a wave of chess awareness stemming from the TV series "Queen's Gambit," but there are a growing number of movies with chess as the recurring theme. Several years ago "Life of a King" hit the movie theaters and was a movie based on the life of Eugene Brown, who spent 18 years in federal prisons on the east coast.

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Conclusion. Eugene Brown is a remarkable individual who has made a significant impact on the lives of inner-city youth in Washington, D.C. His journey from being incarcerated for 18 years to establishing the Big Chair Chess Club is truly inspiring. Through his club, he has provided a safe haven for children, helping to pull them off the streets

https://www.nytimes.com/2014/01/26/crosswords/chess/from-novice-prison-player-to-hero-of-the-big-screen.html
The new movie "Life of a King" is based on the experiences of Eugene Brown, an ex-convict who learned the game in prison and now operates a chess center for children in Washington.

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Based on a Duncan Fife design, this special chair was built form original plans by Leo A. Jiranek. At the time, it was said to be the largest chair in the world. The chair is made of African mahogany and weighs 4,600 pounds. It is 19 feet high and stands on a concrete, 4-foot-high pedestal and has a seat as large as two double-sized beds!

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The Parallels of Life and Chess Eugene Brown TEDxHickory. Life Of A King Official Trailer #1 (2014) Cuba Gooding Jr., Dennis Haysbert Movie HD. The Always Think B4U Move Movement Video Part 1 . NBC TV Interview ChessMan Eugene Brown. Life of a King Cuba Gooding Jr Interview. Spreading the knowledge pt.2

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This month we're here with Eugene Brown, whose story is the inspiration behind the new independent feature "Life of a King," starring Cuba Gooding, Jr., award winning actor. The film is an inspiring story of an ex-convict who starts a chess club for at-risk youth in DC's Deanwood

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xsolo3@comcast.net. 4322 Sheriff Road Northeast. Washington, DC 20019-3737. 202.705.3364. Eugene Brown uses chess to teach inner-city children a lesson of life he learned the hard way: "To Always Think Before You Move". This has become the mantra for Eugene Brown's philosophy, and a way of life. He knows whereof he speaks.

https://ocfchess.org/who-is-eugene-brown/
Eugene Brown is a remarkable individual who has made a significant impact through his passion for chess and his dedication to helping others. Born and raised in Washington, D.C., Eugene's life has been filled with both triumphs and hardships, ultimately shaping him into the inspiring figure he is today. Growing up in a tough neighborhood

https://www.chess.com/news/view/life-of-a-king-cuba-gooding-jr-stars-in-chess-movie-4161
"Ex-felon, Eugene Brown, establishes a Chess Club for inner city teenagers in Washington, D.C." This is the one-sentence description of IMDB's entry for Life of a King, a new film with chess playing an important role, starring Academy Award winner Cuba Gooding Jr. Directed by Jake Goldberger, the film was released in cinemas in the U.S. on January 17th.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2708254/
Life of a King: Directed by Jake Goldberger. With Cuba Gooding Jr., Dennis Haysbert, George Dick, Thurston Hill III. Ex-felon, Eugene Brown, establishes a Chess Club for inner city teenagers in Washington, D.C.

https://educationtownhall.org/2014/01/13/chess-and-life/
Eugene Brown at his Big Chair Chess Club in Washington DC's Deanwood Neighborhood. Listen in on Thursday, January 16, at 11:00 a.m. as Eugene Brown shares his story on the Education Town Hall, on We Act Radio, 1480 AM in the DC area — anywhere via Tune In. Call in with questions, 202-889-9797 or email questions in advance to EdTownHall

https://www.thechessdrum.net/blog/2014/01/21/review-life-of-a-king/
Eugene Brown. WARNING: Review may contain spoilers! 🙂. When watching "Life of a King" one anticipates another "rags-to-riches" story that is typical of this genre of films. The only issue was… this wasn't one of those films. Eugene Brown was not a rags-to-riches story as the community stalwart has never been motivated by riches.. However, his story is rich with lessons of life

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On February 16, 2014, Eugene Brown, Founder and CEO, of the Big Chair Chess Club spoke at Peace Fellowship Church as part of our Black History Month Celebration. Mr. Brown's work has recently been featured in the movie Life of a King, starring Cuba Gooding Jr. Addeddate 2014-02-17 21:41:56

https://www.chessmaneugenebrown.com/
Eugene Brown uses chess to teach inner-city . youth and young adults a lesson in life he learned the hard way: "To Always Think Before You Move." This has become the mantra for Eugene Brown's . philosophy, and a way of life. Click the HOME link at the top of the page to read the . BIO learn and more about Eugene Brown.

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TEDxHickory Thank you to everyone that attended TEDxHickory 2023. We'll see you next year! In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED- like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a

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Story Links In a perfect world, men's basketball forward Eugene Brown III would have appeared in all 33 games during 2023-24 and been a guiding hand through a tough non-conference schedule. However, things aren't always perfect. Last season at Ohio State, Brown felt pain in his hip area, which he discovered to be a sports hernia, something he continued to battle as the season progressed.

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Eugene Brown, founder of the Big Chair Chess Club who was depicted by actor Cuba Gooding Jr. in the 2013 film "Life of a King," paid a very special visit to Kenmore East High School to help kick off the school's "Join the Winners" effort to support Kids Escaping Drugs.

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