Queen of Katwe

2016

2h 4m

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7.2/10

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A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.

Directors

Mira Nair

Writers

William Wheeler(screenplay by)

Tim Crothers(book by)

Stars

Madina Nalwanga

David Oyelowo

Lupita Nyong'o

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Top cast

Phiona Mutesi

Robert Katende

Nakku Harriet

Mugabi Brian

Margaret Night Nantongo

Esther Tebandeke

Sarah Katende

Ntare Guma Mbaho Mwine

Tendo

Mukumbya Benjamin

Gloria Nansubuga

Ivan

Enoch Barumba

Minister Aloysius Kyazze

Joanitta Bewulira-Wandera

Mrs. Gali

Ivan Jacobo

Buyinza Richard (young)

Nicolas Levesque

Buyinza Richard (older)

Joseph

Directors

Writers

William Wheeler(screenplay by)

Tim Crothers(book by)

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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) is totally engrossing. Chess may not be the most engaging spectator sport, but the journey of lead-character Phiona is a thorough one, and an intriguing side-step away from the usual Disney setting. David Oyelowo is particularly worth looking out for. He (unsurprisingly) gives a fantastic performance. _Final rating:★★★ - I personally recommend you give it a go._

Ruuz05 Dec, 2016