Question 1

What language did Chiwetel Ejiofor have to learn for his role in the film?

Accepted Answer

Chiwetel Ejiofor had to learn the Malawi language Chichewa for his role.

Question 2

How did Chiwetel Ejiofor first get involved with this story?

Accepted Answer

He bought the rights to the story after reading the book it's based on.

Question 3

Which major film festival premiered The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind?

Accepted Answer

The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival in 2019.

Question 4

What was significant about this film for Chiwetel Ejiofor's career?

Accepted Answer

This film marked Chiwetel Ejiofor's directorial debut.

Question 5

What is the film based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is based on the memoir "The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind" by William Kamkwamba and Bryan Mealer.

The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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