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Queen of Katwe
2016
Mira Nair
2016·PG·
United States
United StatesAward tierBronze
Metascore
Living in the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, is a constant struggle for 10-year-old Phiona and her family. Her world changes one day when she meets Robert Katende, a missionary who teaches children how to play chess.
Cast
David Oyelowo·Madina Nalwanga·Lupita Nyong'o·Martin Kabanza
Producers
Troy Buder·John B. Carls·Lydia Dean Pilcher·Genevieve Hofmeyr·Connor Schell
Languages
EnglishMajor Awards
0 wins · 3 nominations
Nominations (3)
Best Director
African Movie Academy Awards (2017)
Best Director
Mira Nair
Best Actor
African Movie Academy Awards (2017)
Best Actor in a Leading Role
David Oyelowo
Best Actress
African Movie Academy Awards (2017)
Best Actress in a Leading Role
Lupita Nyong'o