The Woman King is a 2022 historical epic film inspired by the true story of the Agojie, an all-female military unit that protected the West African kingdom of Dahomey in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The film follows the journey of General Nanisca (Viola Davis), who trains the next generation of warriors to fight against the encroaching French colonialists. While the film takes creative liberties with the historical record, it sheds light on a remarkable chapter in African history and the power of women in combat.
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