26 Feb 2021
A Abóbada
An adaptation of the story with the same name by Portuguese writer Alexandre Herculano.
A Fork, A Spoon & A Knight
An inspiring creative documentary that follows the story of one of Uganda's unsung heroes - Robert Katende. Popularly known as 'Coach Robert', he was able to transform a little unknown slum in the outskirts of Kampala, into an internationally recognized army of Chess Champions.
Top Billed Cast
Robert Katende Self
Daudi Kisakye Young Robert
Raheem Taha Young Robert's Friend
Raymond Namanya Teenage Robert
Ann-Marie Wandera Robert's Mother
Sara Kisawuzi Robert's Grandma
Babirye Stellah Self
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