Drama  •  2016  •  124 min  •  Older Kids (7+)

Queen of Katwe (2016)

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Queen of Katwe (2016)


Rating & Dimensions

Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Center
Political: Center
Diversity: Moderate
Christianity: Positive

Viewer Rating
7.8

Overview

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


Starring Cast

Madina Nalwanga  •   David Oyelowo  •   Lupita Nyong'o


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Detailed Bias Analysis

Analyzing...
Center

Primary

Political: Center
Confidence: Medium

The film focuses on the apolitical themes of human potential and perseverance, showcasing an individual's triumph over extreme poverty through talent, hard work, and mentorship, rather than advocating for specific political solutions or critiquing ideological extremes.

Diversity: Moderate
Confidence: High

The movie naturally showcases diversity through its setting and cast, focusing on the story of a young Ugandan chess prodigy. Its narrative centers on themes of empowerment and overcoming adversity within a specific cultural context, without explicitly critiquing traditional identities.

Secondary

Christianity: Positive
Confidence: High

The film portrays Christianity as a central and positive force in the lives of the characters, offering hope, community, and moral guidance. The coach's missionary work and the family's reliance on faith during hardship highlight its affirming role.

LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High

Queen of Katwe does not feature any identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes. The narrative is entirely focused on the biographical story of Phiona Mutesi, her family, and her journey in chess, without any explicit or implicit LGBTQ+ representation.

Trans: N/A
Confidence: High

Queen of Katwe does not feature any identifiable transsexual characters or themes. The film focuses on the biographical story of Phiona Mutesi, a young girl from the slums of Uganda who becomes a chess champion, depicting her struggles and triumphs without incorporating elements related to transsexual identity.

Female Combat: N/R

The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.

Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High

The film is a biographical drama based on the real-life story of Phiona Mutesi, a female Ugandan chess prodigy. All major historical figures depicted maintain their documented gender in the film.

Race Swap: No
Confidence: High

Queen of Katwe is a biographical drama based on the true story of Ugandan chess prodigy Phiona Mutesi. The film accurately portrays the historical race of its real-life Ugandan characters, with Black actors cast in these roles.


Viewer Rating Breakdown

7.8

Viewer Rating

Combines user and critic ratings from four sources

User Ratings

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7.4
The Movie Database logo
7.2

Critic Ratings

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9.4
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7.3

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