However, the hardships and challenges facing the leads in Queen of Katwe are presented in a by-the-numbers manner, causing most of them to come off as being more contrived and less impactful than intended. Like last year's Disney-released McFarland, USA, Queen of Katwe better differentiates itself from its predecessors by focusing more on the plight of its under-privileged protagonist(s) and never losing sight of the fact that for them, the stakes go beyond simply winning or losing. Nair and screenwriter William Wheeler ( The Hoax, The Reluctant Fundamentalist) draw here from Tim Crothers' ESPN magazine article-turned biographical book, titled The Queen of Katwe: A Story of Life, Chess, and One Extraordinary Girl's Dream of Becoming a Grandmaster - something that explains why this chess drama has a structure that brings to mind many a film about a physically-competitive sports before it.
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Nair, as a director, does succeed in delivering touching familial drama as well as charming character moments throughout Queen of Katwe yet at the same time, serves up a story full of metaphors and dialogue that tends to be on the nose, even by the standards of the Disney inspirational drama brand. The Mouse House and acclaimed director Mira Nair ( Monsoon Wedding, The Namesake) bring another real-life story to the big screen in that tradition with Queen of Katwe, a film that should please those who are in the mood for a proper uplifting moviegoing experience - even one that falls well short of being a mold-breaker for its sub-genre. Walt Disney Pictures has a long track record of turning real-life competitive sports stories into formulaic, yet endearing, inspirational and family-friendly dramas - movies like Miracle, The Rookie and Invincible among them. Although Phiona continues to succeed and evolve as a chess player, her gains end up causing friction between her and her mother - as Nakku knows all too well that one misstep (or in Phiona's case, losing a game) is all that it takes to shatter the dreams of someone from Katwe. Robert, recognizing the opportunities that he can help make available to them, begins taking his students to chess competitions - where a number of them (including Phiona) thrive - and taking steps to provide them with additional schooling, in other to further improve their quality of life. Phiona proves to have a natural aptitude for chess and, thanks to her fascination with (and determination to master) the game, soon develops into one of the best players under Robert's tutelage.
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However, Phiona's world is forever changed when she crosses paths with Robert Katende (David Oyelowo), a well-educated man serving as a missionary who coaches soccer (being a talented player himself) and teaches local children how to play chess. 10-year old Phiona spends her days selling maize and helping her family, including her siblings and single mother Nakku Harriet (Lupita Nyong'o). Queen of Katwe tells the true story of Phiona Mutesi (Madina Nalwanga) - who as a young girl grew up in Katwe, an impoverished region of Kampala, Uganda's capital city. A great resource for churches and community groups, as well as schools and colleges.’ The Right Reverend Paul Butler, Bishop of Durham.Queen of Katwe is a heavy-handed variation of the Disney inspirational sports drama formula, but a sincere and well-meaning one too. It superbly uses movies that raise life questions with which everyone needs to engage. ‘Take-One.TV is a hugely valuable new resource to help people engage in discussions about issues that matter. This Take-One episode explores the questions: ‘Why does empowering women make such a difference to the world?’ and ‘What will it take to enable everyone to fulfil their potential?’ It is suitable for use in schools, churches and community groups. This downloadable Discussion Guide and accompanying one-minute discussion-starter video, will stimulate conversations about the spiritual, moral, social and cultural issues raised by Disney’s Queen of Katwe. 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. 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. This downloadable Viewer’s Guidewill enable you and your friends to discover more about the true story behind this inspirational film.ĭisney’s Queen of Katwe is a story of hope.
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