A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
Phiona Mutesi
Robert Katende
Nakku Harriet
Mugabi Brian
Margaret Night Nantongo
Sarah Katende
Tendo
Mukumbya Benjamin
Gloria Nansubuga
Excellent. <em>'Queen of Katwe'</em> 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 s...
Status Released
Original LanguageEnglish
Budget$15,000,000.00
Revenue $10,367,161.00