---
title: "The Go Masters"
year: 1982
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-go-masters-1982"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 42133
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.6
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# The Go Masters (1982) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-go-masters-1982

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

The Go Masters is a film first released in 1982. Catalogued under Drama.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A prodigious Go prodigy is torn between triumph and loyalty amid rising war tensions."

### Why Watch
- Epic Japanese-Chinese co-production
- Compelling focus on the strategic game of Go
- Award-winning Grand Prix des Amériques

### Caveats & Content Note
- Deliberate pacing may feel slow for some viewers
- Requires attention to historical context
- Tone & Suitability: The film deals with mature themes of war and personal loyalty, making it best suited for adult audiences.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: historical, meditative, cultural, slow-burn

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: What board game is central to the film's plot?
The film centers on the game of Go.

### Q: When does the story take place?
It is set ten years before the outbreak of the Second World War in Asia.

### Q: Who directed The Go Masters?
It was co-directed by Junya Sato and Duan Jishun.

### Q: What major award did the film receive?
It won the Grand Prix des Amériques, the top prize at the Montreal World Film Festival.

### Q: How long is the film?
The runtime is approximately 2 hours and 3 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Go Masters — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/42133)
- [The Go Masters - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Go_Masters)
- [The Go Masters (1982) | DIV.cz](https://div.cz/film/the-go-masters)

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