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Queen of Katwe

Movie
2016
2h 4m
PG
English
Drama
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7.6
Critic Score: 
84
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A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
Queen of Katwe Poster

Queen of Katwe

PG
Movie
2016
2h 4m
English
Drama
A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
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Madina Nalwanga
Phiona Mutesi
David Oyelowo
Robert Katende
Lupita Nyongo
Nakku Harriet
Martin Kabanza
Mugabi Brian
Taryn Kay Kyaze
Margaret Night Nantongo
Esther Tebandeke
Sarah Katende
Ethan Nazario Lubega
Mukumbya Benjamin
Nikita Waligwa
Gloria Nansubuga
Peter Odeke
Enoch Barumba
Philip Luswata
Minister Aloysius Kyazze
Ivan Jacobo
Buyinza Richard (young)
Nicolas Levesque
Buyinza Richard (older)
Babirye Stellah
Babirye Stellah
Hope Katende
Hope Katende
Directed By: Mira Nair
Written By: William Wheeler (Screenplay)

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r96sk says...
3 years ago
Excellent. 'Queen of Katwe' is another Disney sports biopic, but one made with a difference - it doesn't hit the exact same notes as the studio usually does in this genre, which is a positive. The film is shot lovely, with a terrific main cast. Lupita Nyong'o is top notch in the role of Nakku, while Madina Nalwanga impresses in the lead as Phiona. David Oyelowo would be my personal standout, he's terrific as Robert, but all three add a great deal to the film to be fair. A few of the child actors give good support performances, also. It does slightly suffer with the fact its story revolves around chess, which isn't the most exciting or massively interesting game/sport to watch across 124 minutes. However, it's about much more than just chess - it features a big life story too. It does a grand job at making you care for the individuals onscreen. Highly recommend.
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Silrog says...
6 years ago
A good movie with a once again exceptional Lupita Nyong'o. I can't remember any performance or role where she wouldn't have managed to shine. Considering her overwhelming talent, I probably never will see her disappoint. The movie gets a 7/10. And one point extra for Lupita.
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faithful soul says...
7 years ago
Inspirational story that doesn't rely on huge emotional moments to make an impact. However, the closing of the film, where the actors stand with their real life counterparts, had me in tears. Thank God for the people who strive to make a difference in people's lives. Thank you Robert Katende!
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ditafilmdiary says...
5 months ago
In a need of strength and this movie came in the right time. Thank you for the movie. In addition, the coach and the mother. Yes. They're a very inspirational beautiful-soul. My favourite quotation from the movie: "Reset the game and play again." (shorten version)
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ithinkdifferent
10/10  6 years ago
Synopsis: Young Phiona lives in the African country of Uganda, and sells corn her mother grows only because it's the only source of income her family has. When Phiona is introduced to the ancient game of chess, she finds she has an affinity for it; she learns to predict her opponents moves so f More
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jmg999
9/10  3 years ago
This was a truly superior film b/c of the story, the struggle, and the achievement. The acting was also exceptional. I really enjoy films based on true stories, and this film was no exception. The obstacles that Ms. Mutesi and her family had to overcome in her efforts to become a master chess cha More
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Gimly
6 years ago
From a technical point of view, _Queen of Katwe_ is not a resounding success. There is bad audio, continuity errors, hammy dialogue, some very bizarre choices in cinematography and the occasional scene of poor acting.

The story however (while following a fairly predictable family-friendly line) i More
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Reno
6 years ago
**A life changing game.**

I am not a big fan of Mira Nair. But I like some of her films, particularly 'Amelia'. Because she usually prefers India and Indian subjects and cast as what she's. Outside that circle, she was not that successful, until now. It was a sport film, that revolved around ches More
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