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The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind

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Inspired by a science book, 13-year-old William Kamkwamba builds a wind turbine to save his Malawian village from famine. Based on a true story.

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Cast & Crew See All

Chiwetel Ejiofor
Trywell Kamkwamba
Maxwell Simba
William Kamkwamba
Felix Lemburo
John Kamkwamba

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The Boy Who Harnessed The Wind: William's Story (Featurette)
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Awards

  • 2019 - Alfred P. Sloan Feature Film Prize - - winner
  • 2019 - Truly Moving Picture Award - - winner
  • 2019 - Douglas Hickox Award - - nominated
  • 2019 - British Independent Film Award - Best Supporting Actor - nominated

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