Dr. Ken Mask, Co-producer and Director: Documentary, Building Minds With Chess-Official Selection 2023 Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase

Dr. Ken Mask is a diagnostic radiologist and a true Renaissance man, with deep ties to New Orleans. He has written suspense novels inspired by New Orleans and produced a feature film, entitled "The Opera Game" set against the backdrop of 1850s New Orleans when child prodigy Paul Morphy rose to world chess champion stature.  Recently, Dr. Mask co-produced and directed the short film "Building Minds With Chess" a documentary focusing on the brain-building impact of chess and the value the game could have to children.  "Building Minds With Chess" is an official selection of the 2023 Diversity in Cannes Short Film Showcase.