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Set in the 1820s, the film follows the (also known as the Dahomey Amazons), an elite all-female warrior unit that protected the West African Kingdom of Dahomey.
The film received "Certified Fresh" status on Rotten Tomatoes with a 94% critic score and a 99% audience score. Historical Context & Controversy
While "inspired by true events," the film has faced criticism for its depiction of the Dahomey Kingdom's actual role in the transatlantic slave trade. Historically, the kingdom was a major participant in the trade, though the film portrays a internal struggle where Nanisca urges the King to shift from human trafficking to palm oil production.
General Nanisca trains a new generation of recruits to defend their kingdom against the Oyo Empire and European slave traders who threaten their way of life. Key Characters:
Rated PG-13 for strong violence, disturbing material, and some partial nudity.
The ruler of Dahomey facing political pressure. Technical Details
A headstrong new recruit who becomes a central focus of the story. Izogie (Lashana Lynch): A veteran warrior and mentor.
The battle-hardened leader of the Agojie.
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