Queen of Katwe

I Don't know why it took me this long to watch this movie, for some strange reason I just kept putting it off, but I finally did watch it, and it was amazing, it was so real and authentic, full of life and challenges, i was captivated from the beginning to the end. You would think as it was a Disney movie, it would be all about princesses, palaces, good food and water, even parties.. But it was totally different, it wasn't a fairy tale but hard core truth of lives and circumstances of the people of Uganda..

The Movie was set in slums of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, telling the true life story of a young girl (phiona mutesi) from a very low background, becoming a chess protegee and champion, whose life began to change after meeting the chess Coach (David Oyelowo), with a fighting spirit she got form her tough mother (Lupita Nyongo), the story talks about the life in the slums in a subtle way, while concentrating on the story, but letting the viewers see at the background, what is common in the environment. she rose from even her failures and her fears, with the help of her coach, amidst the difficulties and discouragement.
The Story spoke a truth that was different from the brutal stories usually told about Africa, on wars and death, the writer made sure that the emotions were felt, and we followed through to the last victory, she became the chess champion in her country, became an inspiration for her people and eventually built a house for her mother in the village, the closing scenes were very touching has they showed the real people whose stories where being told, a somewhat awkward but beautiful touch to the ending.

 I was even more impressed, as to the details put into it by lupita nyongo and David oyelowo, they where simply amazing, stepping into the character that seemed quite effortless. with the passion and strength they put into their roles,  I would rate the movie a 8 out of 10. Awesome writing and even more awesome acting, and the Nigerian music infused made me feel so proud..

Anyways I still have to say this, it did not deficit Africa so well, for a first Disney movie in Africa at least they should have showed a better side,  not all the time poverty and lack, sometimes fun, food, and culture.. But with that said, it was a pretty good movie, if you haven't watched it, please do and be inspired.

Movie casts
Madina Nalwanga as Phiona Mutesi
David Oyelowo as Robert Katende
Lupita Nyong'o as Nakku Harriet
Martin Kabanza as Mugabi Brian
Taryn "Kay" Kyaze as Night
Ronald Ssemaganda as Ivan
Ethan Nazario Lubega as Benjamin
Nikia Waligwa as Gloria
Edgar Kanyike as Joseph
Esther Tebandeke as Sara Katende
Peter Odeke as Mr. Barumba

Screen Writer - Mira Nair
Produced by -  Walt Disney Pictures


Movie Trailer