Categories: News
      Date: 20-10-2016
     Title: The Queen of Katwe: An inspirational film showing in OWW and Half Term

Here is new about an inspirational film, Disney’s Queen of Katwe. It is a story of hope. It shows the power of combining the talents, hard work and determination of those currently trapped in poverty, with the right encouragement, advocacy and support from those seeking to help them fulfil their potential.

In addition to the film there is a useful discussion guide




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disney’s Queen of Katwe is the vibrant true story of Phiona Mutesi (Madina Nalwanga), a young girl from the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda. When she meets Robert Katende (David Oyelowo), a football player now working in Christian ministry, she finds the confidence and determination she needs to pursue her dream.

Queen of Katwe is a story of hope. It shows the power of combining the talents, hard work and determination of those currently trapped in poverty, with the right encouragement, advocacy and support from those seeking to help them fulfil their potential. Phiona’s particular story of success through chess is exceptional, but the principle is universal: enabling people to develop and use their talents can achieve great things.

Synopsis

David Oyelowo and Lupita Nyong'o star in this biographical drama directed by Mira Nair. The film follows the life of Ugandan Phiona Mutesi (Madina Nalwanga) as she tries to fulfil her dream of becoming a world chess champion. Growing up in the slum of Katwe, Phiona's life changes forever when she meets missionary Robert Katende (Oyelowo), a man who dreams of teaching Ugandan children the foreign game of chess. He immediately notices Phiona's talent and sets her on a path to succeed in her country's junior and national championships before achieving the title of Woman Candidate Master at the 40th Chess Olympiad.


There is a downloadable Discussion Guide and accompanying one-minute discussion-starter video,that will stimulate conversations about the spiritual, moral, social and cultural issues raised by Disney’s Queen of Katwe. It is suitable for use in schools, churches and community groups.

For more information about the fim, a trailer, and the guide visit the Ethos Media website here