Rent Queen of Katwe (2016)
3.8 of 5 from 89 ratings
1h 59min
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- Synopsis:
- Disney presents 'Queen of Katwe', a movie based on a vibrant true story starring Lupita Nyong'o and David Oyelowo, and directed by Mira Nair. A Ugandan girl's life changes forever when she discovers she has an amazing talent for chess, in this celebration of the human spirit.
- Actors:
- Madina Nalwanga, David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o, Martin Kabanza, Taryn Kyaze, Ivan Jacobo, Nicolas Levesque, Ronald Ssemaganda, Ethan Nazario Lubega, Nikita Waligwa, Edgar Kanyike, Esther Tebandeke, Hope Katende, Philip Luswata, Peter Odeke, Maurice Kirya, Minky Ndlovu, Jack Kinobe Sserunkuuma, Irene Kulabako Kakembo, Allen Musumba
- Directors:
- Mira Nair
- Producers:
- John B. Carls, Lydia Dean Pilcher, Genevieve Hofmeyr
- Writers:
- William Wheeler, Tim Crothers
- Studio:
- Disney Int'L
- Genres:
- Children & Family, Drama, Sports & Sport Films
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Reviews (1) of Queen of Katwe
Queen of Katwe - Queen of Katwe review by JR
This film was engaging from the first moment. The colours of the amazing African costumes and the matter-of-fact depiction of street life formed an interesting contrast revealing the quest for dignity as well as survival. The story of the young and gifted chess player is a true one and the cast appears with the people who they represent at the end of the film. The chess scenes are fast moving and may not resonate with chess players but the tension, class snobbery and emotional turmoil is well portrayed. A feel-good film.
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