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The Woman King

The Woman King

A historical epic inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries. The story follows Nanisca (Davis), general of the all-female military unit, and her daughter Nawi, who together fought the French and neighboring tribes who violated their honor, enslaved their people and threatened to destroy everything they’ve lived for.

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‘The Woman King’ Approved for Release in Mainland China Cinemas

‘The Woman King’ Approved for Release in Mainland China Cinemas

TriStar Pictures film “The Woman King” has been given official permission to release in cinemas in mainland China. It is expected to debut on April 14. The Viola Davis-starring fantasy action film …

‘The Woman King’ Tops African American Film Critics Association List Of Ten Best Films Of 2022

‘The Woman King’ Tops African American Film Critics Association List Of Ten Best Films Of 2022

The Woman King headlined the African American Film Critics Association’s annual list of the top 10 films of the year. The film, directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood, boasts an ensemble cast led by Vio…

Viola Davis defends 'The Woman King' from criticisms of historical inaccuracy: 'You're not going to win an argument on Twitter'

Viola Davis defends 'The Woman King' from criticisms of historical inaccuracy: 'You're not going to win an argument on Twitter'

Fans have complained that the film brushes over the Dahomey Kingdom's involvement in the slave trade.

The Complicated History and Ethics of ‘The Woman King’

The Complicated History and Ethics of ‘The Woman King’

'The Woman King' is currently in theaters everywhere.    

‘The Woman King’ Producer Maria Bello Says More Stories Should Be Told From Kenya and Across Africa

‘The Woman King’ Producer Maria Bello Says More Stories Should Be Told From Kenya and Across Africa

The actress, who has been going to the country since her 'E.R.' days, talks about her love of the country and launching a food festival there this fall with fiancée Dominique Crenn.

Viola Davis to Close Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival With Spotlight on ‘The Woman King’

Viola Davis to Close Martha’s Vineyard African American Film Festival With Spotlight on ‘The Woman King’

The actress will take part in a conversation and share clips from the upcoming movie.

Viola Davis’ ‘The Woman King’ to World Premiere at Toronto Film Festival

Viola Davis’ ‘The Woman King’ to World Premiere at Toronto Film Festival

Tristar Pictures' African war epic directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood will bow at TIFF ahead of a Sept. 16 theatrical release.

Behold ‘The Woman King’: Viola Davis as a Real-Life Warrior General

Behold ‘The Woman King’: Viola Davis as a Real-Life Warrior General

An exclusive talk with Davis and director Gina Prince-Bythewood about making a groundbreaking historical epic, out this fall.

Sony Dates TriStar Viola Davis Pic ‘The Woman King’; Moves Affirm’s George Foreman Biopic To 2023

Sony Dates TriStar Viola Davis Pic ‘The Woman King’; Moves Affirm’s George Foreman Biopic To 2023

Sony has dated TriStar’s The Woman King from Gina Prince-Bythewood to open on Sept. 16, 2022. The movie will be up against Universal/Amblin’s sci-fi movie Distant and Lionsgate’s …

John Boyega Joins Viola Davis in Historical Drama ‘The Woman King’ (Exclusive)

Gina Prince-Bythewood, who most recently directed 'The Old Guard,' is on board to helm the TriStar feature.

‘Underground Railroad’s Thuso Mbedu To Star Opposite Viola Davis In ‘The Woman King’

EXCLUSIVE: Though her highly-anticipated series The Underground Railroad doesn’t bow for another couple of weeks, Thuso Mbedu is lining up her next feature film as she has come on to TriStar …

‘The Old Guard’s’ Gina Prince-Bythewood to Direct ‘Woman King’ Starring Viola Davis (EXCLUSIVE)

Gina Prince-Bythewood is set to direct TriStar Pictures’ “The Woman King,” starring Academy Award-winning actress Viola Davis. The film is a historical epic inspired by true events that…