7.8
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Queen of Katwe (2016)
Queen of Katwe (2016)
Overview
A young girl overcomes her disadvantaged upbringing in the slums of Uganda to become a Chess master.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
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
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Center
Primary
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
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.
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
User Ratings
7.4
7.2
Critic Ratings
9.4
7.3
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