The Killer French with GM Simon Williams - General Concepts (GingerGM) French Defense

[@JohnVC]

I like how Simon is direct, concise, informative. A lot of videos have personal commentary/opinions, and are too stylized, but Simon charges right for the meat on the bone.

[@ChesscomGames]

well patricia that is a very interesting line. i think objectively there are better moves (like 10. Ne2) - but the 10. Kd1 line is great for surprise value and taking your opponent out of his preparation. Cheers!

[@ChesscomGames]

Thanks for watching Andrew!

[@michaelmolenaar1460]

Honestly the best French defence video for a beginner. Thank you GingerGM

[@ChesscomGames]

Thanks for your feedback! Good luck with the French!

[@V8SupersQirreL]

Thanx for that video! It's interesting and very good explained, also i like your sense of homor and your accent! I'll play the french from now on - as black! Please do more videos like that one!!!

[@hiphopesq]

I like these "Killer" videos with Collins and Williams. The production is nice, and I think I grasp the explanations, very straightforward. Thanks!

[@ChesscomGames]

hiphopesq thanks!

[@123citlec]

hiphopesq we

[@ChesscomGames]

Hi, in that position, i like Nf6 Qxg7 Rg8 and Black has a strong compensation in return . GM Lemos

[@HipHopAn0n]

Unlike many chess GM's, this guy is also a great public speaker. Very good video

[@Yowatsupman3]

After playing in a tournament getting 2.5 out of 5 games, and losing two games largely because of not knowing the opening I am now thinking of the opening as more important and am happy to watch videos like this.

[@ChesscomGames]

thanks!

[@AlexPronovealexcooper1]

Clear and thorough. Well done GM Ginger!

[@ChesscomGames]

Thanks!

[@animezoneamv9116]

Receives whole millions of views and attention to this video. Incredible!!

[@StygianStyle]

I don't know why I haven't looked at the french defense. I always have problems against it when playing white, so it makes sense to consider it as a nice weapon when I play black.

[@ChesscomGames]

interesting analysis

[@sdavis9191]

Great pitch! Love it already!!

[@stonewall.stonewall7934]

I watched simon's dutch defence video and i love it too

[@ChesscomGames]

Good luck man!

[@patriciadoyle8160]

Thanks for the video Simon! I purchased dvd nr. 2 of your "Killer French". When I play white I often shock French players with the brutal Euwe variation! 1.e4 e6 2.d4 d5 3.Nc3 Bb4 4.e5 c5 5.a3 Bxc3+ 6.bxc3 Ne7 7.Qg4 Qc7 8.Qxg7 Rg8 9.Qxh7 cxd4 10.Kd1!? I love how Tal crushed Botvinnik with it in game 1 of their 1st World Championship match. I think you need a Killer French dvd nr. 3 for that! What's your take on this line?

[@StormSong8]

Any chance we'll get to see more of this? Or are you gonna make us buy the DVD.

[@jonnycage3041]

You are my Mentor Sir

[@PurpleDuckTape00]

Loved it

[@jeremiahwibberding2898]

That's a pretty slick chess board

[@eliso6905]

Thanks Gm you are the best teacher of all time but what should i do when the opponent use different line like e4 e6 d4 d5 Nc3 Bb4 then Qg4

[@buzzclark]

Hi. I purchased the two DVd's by simon & I have always heard there are 4 main 3rd moves - the 4th being exd5 - the exchange variation!! where would I locate DVD's that cover that material French variations that Simon left out?? Thank You. Very Sincerely, JAMES.

[@stevejones3008]

So you had to buy two DVD's seperately?? And it still doesn't cover everything? That seems a bit slippery..

[@matthewbrown3420]

Yes I agree, generally a great DVD. The biggest let down was indeed the French exchange variation. No Queenside Castling ideas here, except in the Winawer version of the exchange variation. He says he can't understand the psychology of a White player playing the French exchange variation. This is nonsense, because if White immediately follows with C4, it is very exciting indeed for both sides. Not really the way to talk about people who play something he doesn't like. Trust me, if you play as White the French exchange because you are playing for a win and not a draw, take no notice of this remark.

[@saed1987]

@ 5:32 it's wrong to play Bxc5.. because white will play Qg4 the better move is Nc6

[@robertolazary2807]

thanks again...where can I get thid DVD?

[@ChesscomGames]

www.ichess.net/shop/the-killer-french-defense-with-gm-simon-williams/

[@saed1987]

he says there are 3 variations on the 3rd move for white.. but he didn't mention the exchange variation

[@chrishu2338]

U have a great accent

[@methylbenzodiazepine]

great video. The French is a powerful weapon for black. Charming mumpsimus, by the way. Knight see free, all the way to c7.

[@ChesscomGames]

Thank you for your comment. Nice to see you appreciate the course.

[@mehmetturker5124]

what about exchange variation

[@shalinik9357]

I want more about french defence!! Because im slightly confused to play against whites e4 move

[@pastorofmuppets4552]

"French Defense. . .very exciting" HAHAHAHAHAHAHA

[@shivdmanwii]

That comment is just genious. It made my day.

[@MRbeqa100]

please tell me what's name of this chess program in video i like it to much i like pieces

[@jehushaphat]

what about the exchange variation?

[@ChesscomGames]

+jesse This line is explained in the dvd, but the exchange variation is an unambitious line for white.

[@adamhasson8927]

thank ypu Ginger GM

[@shivakale3925]

What is the price of DVD? and what's about exchange French...???

[@ChesscomGames]

Only $22 for both volumes here: ichs.co/2CxzTaZ Volume 1 covers the Advance Variation and Tarrasch Variation. Volume 2 covers the Winawer Variation, Exchange Variation, Kings Indian Attack, and other Sidelines

[@mattvkpc]

I liked this video. I will listen to any Grandmaster with a forehead that prominent.

[@ChesscomGames]

he´s got to be hiding some brains in there!

[@joebazooks]

GingerGM has a ring to it.

[@yonahngambi29]

I find it very weird to trade our own good bishop. I wish you can better demonstrate this one a free video.❤

[@mrqadaffi3638]

simon williams marry me! no but seriously really love his explanations

[@ChesscomGames]

+Cory Flavell Thanks!

[@chrishu2338]

@@ChesscomGames lol

[@jarmokajander7990]

KIITOS!!

[@RetroGamesDontStop]

I like the French Defense

[@Chen-fp6xf]

Hihihihihi

[@AlonsoRules]

AlphaZero killed the French Defense

[@ChesscomGames]

It'll be back, believe me....😉

[@babykevinxoxo]

Fischer and Kasparov didn't use the French because it sucks!

[@ChesscomGames]

Kevin is Nice French defense is a very reply against 1.e4 It has been employed by many top grandmaster of chess history as Botvinnik, Petrosian, Korchnoi...

[@babykevinxoxo]

SO if the guy pins my knight on C3 how do I counter the French? He already moved his PAWN TO C5

[@babykevinxoxo]

I STOP THE PIN ALREADY