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In chess, the small one can become the big one.

Queen of Katwe

7.22016 · 2h 4m · EN

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A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.

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Madina Nalwanga

Phiona Mutesi

David Oyelowo

Robert Katende

Lupita Nyong'o

Nakku Harriet

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Martin Kabanza

Mugabi Brian

T

Taryn "Kay" Kyaze

Margaret Night Nantongo

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Esther Tebandeke

Sarah Katende

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