Queen of Katwe

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Call Number: DVD Drama Queen
On Shelf At: Downtown Library, Malletts Creek Branch

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Based on the ESPN Magazine article and book by Tim Crothers.
Originally produced as a motion picture in 2016.
Widescreen (2.39:1).
Special features: audio commentary; Alicia Keys "Back to life" lyric video; young Cardamom & Hab :#1 spice" music video.
David Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o, Madina Nalwanga, Martin Kabanza.
Based on the vibrant true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda whose world rapidly changes when she is introduced to the game of chess, and, as a result of the support she receives from her family and community, is instilled with the confidence and determination she needs to pursue her dream of becoming an international chess champion.
DVD, region 1, NTSC, widescreen (2.39:1); 5.1 Dolby Digital (English, Spanish, French), 2.0 descriptive audio.
Contents: Queen of Katwe.

COMMUNITY REVIEWS

beautiful submitted by yenkong on August 11, 2017, 1:25pm Beautiful storyy

Inspiring submitted by LVDS on August 18, 2017, 8:40am Inspirational, encourage to watch with your family.

Queen of Katwe submitted by a2sue on August 28, 2017, 9:10pm I typically enjoy films that are based upon a true story, and Queen of Katwe was no exception!

Great submitted by majean on August 5, 2018, 3:00pm This is a part of the world that we don't often see in the US, and it's a great story.

Worth Watching submitted by kimberlina on July 13, 2019, 10:50pm You get to learn a little about Uganda while watching a young girl rise up with strength, courage and raw determination.

Queen of Katwe submitted by lstorc on July 28, 2019, 7:31pm Queen of Katwe is a bit Hallmark, but still good enough to watch. The message and story are powerful!