Truemag

  • TrailersOur Thoughts On Trailers
  • ReviewsOur Thoughts On Movies
  • PodcastListen To Our Official Podcast
    • View on iTunesSubscribe to our Podcast
    • View on SoundcloudSubscribe to our Podcast
    • View EpisodesHosted by Brian & Olga
  • SpectrumFilm News & Opinions
    • At A GlanceUpcoming Films
    • Movie NewsThe latest in Hollywood
    • OpinionsFilm Essays by our Staff
Home » Latest Movie Trailers » Watch: Queen Of Katwe Trailer

Watch: Queen Of Katwe Trailer

Queen Of Katwe First Trailer

Last updated on November 16th, 2016 at 08:24 pm

Crying Over This Trailer

I timed it. It took less than a minute for me to get choked up while watching the trailer for Queen of Katwe, starring Lupita Nyong’o. If the movie is anything like the trailer, I will be crying within the first 5 minutes and leaving with lots and lots of feels. As any Disney film should cause–I’m looking at you Tomorrowland *side eye*

“Phiona Mutesi is the ultimate underdog. To be African is to be an underdog in the world. To be Ugandan is to be an underdog in Africa. To be from Katwe is to be an underdog in Uganda. And finally, to be female is to be an underdog in Katwe.” –ESPN, Game of Her Life.

This film is based on the true story of chess prodigy Phiona Mutesi, a young girl from the impoverished slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda. She is mentored by a war refugee turned missionary (David Oyelowo) that believes chess can teach young children important life skills that will empower them to lead a good life. Queen of Katwe promises to be inspirational, beautiful, and definitely 2017 Oscar-worthy. (YAY for diversity in the Oscars!!)

Queen Of Katwe Trailer

Checkmate, Son!

Phiona’s journey to becoming a chess master was first written into a book in 2012 which was followed by a short YouTube documentary. The rights to the book were acquired by Disney, and film production began the same year. The biographical sports drama, set to be released on September 23, was produced by Walt Disney Pictures and ESPN Films.

I believe Disney may surprise us with more heartstring-pulling looks into what home life must have been for Phiona, as she left her Ugandan home to pursue her dreams.

Queen of Katwe was directed by acclaimed Indian director, Mira Nair, who is known for her social commentary and documentaries. She was nominated for 2 BAFTA Film Awards, and received another 28 wins & 18 nominations.

Check out the preview yourself and let us know what you think! Are you as excited as me to see Lupita in another Disney film??

May 24, 2016Brian Maya
Watch: Xmen: Apocalypse Final TrailerNew On Netflix: June 2016
Brian Maya

Brian Maya is the Editor-in-Chief of Dim The Lights. When he isn't writing about or watching film, he is playing video games, honing his skills as a digital designer and art director, or spending time with his lovely girlfriend, Olga Leticia.

6 years ago Biopic, Drama, Latest Movie TrailersDavid Oyelowo, Lupita Nyong'o, Phiona Mutesi, queen of katwe
Listen to the Official Podcast
Recent Podcast Episodes
Arrival Review featuring Dr. Phil Lipschitz | Dim The Lights Film Blog Ep.9
5 years ago

On this brand new episode of the Dim The Lights Podcast, Olga and I talk about this riveting sci-fi film with our own renowned linguist, Dr. Phil Lipschitz.

Star Wars Series: A New Hope | Dim The Lights Film Blog Ep.8
6 years ago

Listen to the podcast to hear our full thoughts on the original Star Wars!

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story Review | Dim The Lights Podcast Ep. 7
6 years ago

Star Wars: Rogue One Review Happy New Year! It’s finally 2017 and we get to put behind the god-awful year of 2016. Sure, 2016 was pretty terrible in general, but it did have some highlights. One of the best movies of 2016 is Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Rogue One is the prequel to […]

Reach Out To Us

We love chatting with our listeners! Send questions and we'll answer them on our next podcast episode!

Email: info@dimthelightsfilmblog.com

More Content
  • Official Podcast
  • Latest Trailers
  • Latest Reviews
  • The Spectrum
Footer Sidebar 3

Drop a widget on "Footer Sidebar 3" sidebar at Appearance > Widgets page.

2017 © Dim The Lights Film Blog. Designed by Brian Maya