Looking for Queen of Katwe movie trivia and quotes? We have you covered! This upcoming family movie based on a true story looks absolutely touching and heartwarming. I can’t wait to see it. I have a feeling it is going to be filled with valuable life lessons for everyone who watches it. While we’re waiting for it to come out, let’s learn a little more about it!
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The Queen of Katwe is an upcoming biographical drama movie based on the true story of Phiona Mutesi, a chess prodigy from Uganda, who eventually becomes a Woman Candidate Master. The movie is set to hit theaters on September 23, 2016. Queen of Katwe stars Madina Nalwanga as Phiona Mutesi. Here are some Queen of Katwe movie trivia and quotes.
Queen of Katwe Movie Trivia
The movie began filming in March of 2015 and wrapped up in July of 2015. The film was shot in Uganda and South Africa.
In 2012, a book was published about Phiona Mutesi by author Tim Crothers, titled The Queen of Katwe: A Story of Life, Chess, and One Extraordinary Girl’s Dream of Becoming a Grandmaster.
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The movie features mostly fresh new actors and actresses from both Uganda and South Africa. In fact, this is the first film for Madina Nalwanga, who plays the lead role in the movie.
While Queen of Katwe features new talent, both Lupita Nyong’o and David Oyelowo are award winners. Nyong’o won several awards for her role as Patsey in the 2013 movie 12 Years a Slave, while Oyelowo has won awards for his roles as Louis Gaines in the 2013 movie The Butler and as Martin Luther King Jr. in the 2014 movie Selma.
Queen of Katwe Movie Quotes
Robert, talking to Phiona:
Robert- “Sometimes the place you are used to is not the place you belong. You belong where you believe you belong. Where is that for you?”
Conversation between Phiona Mutesi and Robert Katende, her chess teacher and mentor:
Robert- “You can be the best in all of Uganda.”
Phiona- “Good!”
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Conversation between Phiona and Robert:
Phiona- “Coach, you told us to make a plan but I fear things will never change.”
Robert- “What matters is when you reset the pieces and play a game.”
Robert, talking to Harriet, Phiona’s mother:
Robert- “Your children are blessed because they have a mother who never gives up on them.”
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Conversation between Phiona and Harriet:
Phiona- “Mama, can you do big things from such a small place?”
Harriet- “Don’t think about such things.”
Phiona- “Why not?”
Harriet- “You will be disappointed.”
Are you planning to see this touching family movie? Have you heard any other beautiful Queen of Katwe quotes? Share in the comments!
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I’m for sure going to see this movie when it comes out! The story is beautiful!
I’ve seen lots of reviews of this movie, and it sounds like it is going to be great! I think my husband and I will see it on a date night!
Sounds like a great movie! I am looking forward to seeing this movie with my husband!
im really looking forward to seeing this movie. it looks exciting and heartwarming!
I am going to have to look more into this one. It looks like a good one to see and I love trivia so that would help me out! Thanks for sharing!
This looks like an amazing moving film ad I am excited to see it. Thanks for all the great information.
This is the second post tonight about this film, prior to that I have not even heard of this movie. I will have to check it out in more detail soon, these quotes are great!
This sounds like a great movie. I think the whole family would enjoy this movie. I love watching movies that have a historical significance.
I’ve heard a lot about this film. I don’t think it’s really my cup of tea but I think I’ll be checking it out just to see it, as I hear its worth the watch!
I keep hearing so much about this biographical film. The Queen of Katwe movie is going to be a runaway hit at the theaters.
This movie looks fantastic. I love all of these quotes. I can’t wait to see it.
I am very, very excited to see this movie and I have to agree with the quote, that you belong where you feel that you belong. This will be the must see movie of the year!
Absolutely cannot wait to see this movie! It looks incredible and so inspiring.
I have been hearing so many good things about this movie. It is definitely on my to see list.
These are such uplifting quotes. It’s hard to believe this is based on true events. It’s so moving!
Those quotes are so inspiring – I wonder when the movie will come to the UK? It looks so amazing – I love when a movie has great life values to teach my boys.