Directed by:
Gina Prince-BythewoodScreenplay:
Dana StevensCinematography:
Polly MorganComposer:
Terence BlanchardCast:
Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, John Boyega, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, Masali Baduza, Jayme Lawson, Adrienne Warren, Angélique Kidjo (more)VOD (3)
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Inspired by true events, this is the remarkable, action-packed story about the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey with skills and a fierceness unlike anything the world has ever seen. Follow the epic and intense journey of General Nanisca (Viola Davis) as she trains the next generation of recruits and readies them for battle against an enemy determined to destroy their way of life. (Entertainment One)
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