# The Woman King (2022)

> A fierce historical action epic follows Dahomey's all-woman Agojie as warrior general Nanisca prepares her troops to defend their kingdom amid rival armies and the brutal politics of the slave trade.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/512641

## Facts

- Runtime: 135 min
- Genres: Action, Drama, History, War
- Director: Gina Prince-Bythewood
- Cast: Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, John Boyega, Jordan Bolger, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Jimmy Odukoya
- TMDB rating: 7.6/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8093700/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: brutal
- Mood: fierce, uplifting, cathartic, action movie night, historical film night

## Synopsis

A fierce battle for freedom and identity unfolds in the heart of Africa.

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