Disney has slotted Mira Nair’s drama "The Queen of Katwe" for a September 23 theatrical premiere in the USA. It will open in a limited release to start, and then expand it a week later on September 30, to other cities around the country.
Lupita Nyong’o co-stars in the film which is based on "The Queen of Katwe: A Story of Life, Chess, and One Extraordinary Girl’s Dream of Becoming a Grandmaster," by author Tim Crothers, which tells the true story of Ugandan chess prodigy Phiona Mutesi, also known as "The Queen of Katwe."
Joining Nyong’o in "Katwe" is newcomer Madina Nalwanga, who plays Phiona Mutesi in the highest profile feature…
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