by Leave a Comment Ugandan Premiere of Queen of Katwe Queen of Katwe premiered in theaters everywhere over the weekend. The cast returned to Uganda Saturday for the premiere in Kampala. Some of those in attendance at the premiere were stars, Lupita Nyong’o, David Oyelowo and Madina Nalwanga. Director Mira Nair joined them along with Phiona Mutesi and Robert Katende,… [Read More]
by Leave a Comment New Queen of Katwe Clips & Soular Backpacks Initiative Yesterday, I shared the three reasons you need to go see Queen of Katwe in theaters with your family and friends. Today, I have six new clips from the movie and information about a great initiative (in the spirit of the film) created by HSN and Soular Backpacks…. [Read More]
by 12 Comments Queen of Katwe Movie Review Queen of Katwe is a powerful, heart-warming film that tells the true story of Phiona Mutesi. Phiona Mutesi grew up in the impoverished slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda. After the death of her father, her mother struggles to keep the family fed and have a shelter over their head. One day,… [Read More]
by Leave a Comment Queen of Katwe True-Life Champion Pictures Disney’s new film Queen of Katwe is based on the real life story of Phiona Mutesi. In anticipation of next month’s release of the movie, they have released photos of Phiona Mutesi and her coach Robert Katende with the mirror images of the actors who play them on screen, Madina… [Read More]
by 18 Comments I will be attending this trip courtesy of Disney and my flight, lodging, and meals will be covered. However, all thoughts and opinions are 100% my own! I am Headed to LA for the #PetesDragonEvent I am super excited to share that I received a sprinkling of Pixie Dust in my email just a few… [Read More]
by Leave a Comment QUEEN OF KATWE Movie Trailer & Poster Oscar Winner, Lupita Nyong’o stars in Disney’s Queen of Katwe. This powerful film tells the true true story of a young girl from the streets of rural Uganda. Her world changes rapidly once she is introduced to the game of chess. As a result of the support she receives from… [Read More]
