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Living in the slum of Katwe in Kampala, Uganda, is a constant struggle for 10-year-old Phiona and her family,. Her world changes one day when she meets Robert Katende, 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,