The Woman King

 Damn, damn and DAMN!

This movie!!!! OMG, this movie! I didn't have a dry eye the entire time! And God Bless Kellie and Jason for being there for me for this one, cause...wow! And according to Kellie, this was based on a real story. A child is the first focus of this movie, given to the King to because she refuses to get married. And the 2nd focus is the female general of the army, who wants revenge like nobody's business. Viola Davis kicks major butt as General Nanisca. Lashana Lynch is just creeping AMAZING as Izogie, a warrior who trains the new recruits. John Boyega creates a wonderful King Ghezo and this character is just so different than Fin from "Star Wars" post-quels. Thuso Mbedu is so very cute as Nawi, the 19 year old rebel who wants to fight, but doesn't want to follow orders. Sheila Atim is my favorite! She is #2 in the army and she is so TALL!! OMG is she forever tall! And what a bad-ass! She kicks major butt in battle and doesn't miss a stride! Jordan Bolger makes a very sweet Malik in this movie. Very sweet, very understanding man from two different cultures. I liked hearing the different languages and seeing a bit of history in this. So many young people now have no idea about the African slave trade: I hope more young people see this movie and get the "bug" to learn more.

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