Her world changes one day
when she meets Robert
Katende (David Oyelowo), a
missionary who teaches
children how to play chess.
Phiona becomes fascinated
with the game and soon
becomes a top player under
Katende's guidance. Her
success in local competitions
and tournaments opens the
door to a bright future and a
golden chance to escape from
a life of poverty.
KEYS' SONG INSPIRED BY CHESS PLAYER'S
TRIUMPH
Alicia Keys has always been
a supporter of female
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empowerment, so when the
singer watched the new film