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Jun 24, 2011 · A film about Kimani Maruge, an 84-year-old Kenyan villager who enrolls in primary school for the first time. Based on a true story, the film explores his struggle, his teacher's support, and the colonial legacy of Kenya.
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- Biography, Drama, Romance
- Justin Chadwick
- 2011-06-24
The First Grader (2010) 7.4 (4.9k)-PG-13-1h 43min. Where to watch Watch for free Episodes Synopsis Trailers Why to watch Streaming Charts What to know Production News ...
- Justin Chadwick
- 16
- Alfred Munyua
- 103 min
The First Grader is a 2011 biographical drama film directed by Justin Chadwick.It stars Naomie Harris, Oliver Litondo, and Tony Kgoroge.The film is inspired by the true story of Kimani Maruge, a Kenyan farmer who enrolled in elementary school at the age of 84 following the Kenyan government's announcement of free universal primary education in 2003 by the late Emilio Mwai Kibaki, the third ...
The First Grader. An 84-year-old Kenyan (Oliver Litondo) fights for his right to attend school for the first time and receive the education he previously could not afford. Rent The First Grader on ...
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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.
A true story of an 84-year-old Kenyan man who enrolls in primary school to learn to read. The movie depicts his struggles, achievements, and the violence of his past as a Mau Mau rebel.
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Watch The First Grader | Netflix. An 84-year-old Kenyan Mau Mau freedom fighter wants to take advantage of a new universal education decree and learn how to read.
