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The Woman King (2022)135 minAction, Drama, HistoryRating 70/100

Some things are worth fighting for. This remarkable story of the Agojie -- the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s -- chronicles the epic journey of General Nanisca (Oscar-winner Viola Davis) as she inspires the king to take on the enemies determined to violate their honor and destroy their way of life.

Cast: Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, John Boyega, Jordan Bolger, Hero Fiennes Tiffin

Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood