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The Woman Kingis a misnomer of a movie title, although it does roll off the tongue.
I offer you a choice: fight or we die, Nanisca tells new recruits.
And fight they do.
Between bloody battles and covert throat-slicing missions, the Dahomey women warriors train hard to defend their home.
And shes not the only one dedicated to protecting their homeland.
Theres an ambitious young newbie, Nawi (Thuso Mbedu), who enters Naniscas circle of influence.
Together, they kick some imperialist ass.
Directed byThe Old GuardandLove and Basketballs Gina Prince-Bythewood, the new epic hits theaters September 16.
