Justin Chadwick is set to direct "The First Grader" says The Hollywood Reporter.Based on a true story, the film follows an elderly Kenyan who signs up for school on the back of a government pledge of free education for everyone. Having fought for his country's liberation, the old man wants the chance of an education so long denied -- even if it means sitting in a classroom alongside 6-year-olds.
Naomie Harris and Oliver Litondo star
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe's Ann Peacock wrote the script.
Shooting is currently underway around Nairobi for a six-week shoot.
Chadwick remains attached to helm "Ironbow: The Legend of William Tell" and The Tenderness of Wolves both of which are in development.
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