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The First Grader is a 2011 biographical drama film directed by Justin Chadwick. It stars Naomie Harris, Oliver Litondo, and Tony Kgoroge.
Jun 24, 2011 · The First Grader is a 2010 film based on the true story of Kimani Maruge, an 84-year-old Kenyan who enrolled in the first grade after the government announced free education for all. The film depicts his struggle to learn to read and write, his relationship with his teacher, and his journey to overcome the colonial past.
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- Biography, Drama, Romance
- Justin Chadwick
- 2011-06-24
The true story of an 84 year-old Kenyan villager and ex Mau Mau freedom fighter who fights for his right to go to school for the first time to get the education he could never...
An 84-year-old Kenyan Mau Mau freedom fighter wants to take advantage of a new universal education decree and learn how to read. Watch trailers & learn more.
The First Grader. Rent The First Grader on Fandango at Home, Prime Video, or buy it on Fandango at Home, Apple TV. An 84-year-old Kenyan (Oliver Litondo) fights for his right to...
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- Justin Chadwick
- PG-13
- Naomie Harris
A true story of an 84-year-old Kenyan villager who fights for his right to go to school for the first time. He faces resistance from the authorities, the community and his own past as a Mau Mau veteran.
Apr 11, 2011 · In theaters: May 13th, 2011When an old villager insists on attending school so he can learn to read, everyone learns that it's never too late to dream.
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Nurture your 1st grader's curiosity in math, English, science, and social studies. Get thousands of teacher-crafted activities that sync up with the school year.
