The woman king [videorecording] / directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood ; screenplay by Dana Stevens ; story by Maria Bello and Dana Stevens ; produced by Cathy Schulman, Viola Davis, Julius Tennon, Maria Bello ; TriStar Pictures presents ; in association with eOne, TSG Entertainment II ; a JuVee Productions and Welle Entertainment production
The remarkable story of the Agojie, the all-female unit of warriors who protected the African Kingdom of Dahomey in the 1800s with skills and a ferocity unlike anything the world has ever seen. Inspired by true events, it follows the emotionally epic journey of General Nanisca as she trains the next generation of recruits and prepares them for battle against an enemy determined to obliterate their way of life. Some things are worth fighting for.
Record details
- Physical Description: 1 videodisc (approximately 135 minutes) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in
- Edition: Widescreen
- Publisher: Culver City, California : Sony Pictures Home Entertainment, [2022]
- Copyright: ©2022
Content descriptions
| General Note: | Originally released as a motion picture in 2022. Special features: Commentary with director Gina Prince-Bythewood and editor Terilyn A. Shropshire; Storytellers; Representation matters; Thuso Mbedu auditions. |
| Creation/Production Credits Note: | Director of photography, Polly Morgan ; editor, Terilyn A. Shropshire ; music, Terence Blanchard. |
| Participant or Performer Note: | Viola Davis, Thuso Mbedu, Lashana Lynch, Sheila Atim, Hero Fiennes Tiffin, John Boyega. |
| Target Audience Note: | MPA rating: PG-13; sequences of strong violence, some disturbing material, thematic content, brief language and partial nudity. |
| System Details Note: | DVD, region 1, NTSC; widescreen (2.40:1); Dolby digital 5.1 surround. |
| Language Note: | English or Spanish dialogue; English or Spanish subtitles; English subtitles for the deaf and hard of hearing (SDH); English described video. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | Fon (African people) > Social life and customs > 19th century > Drama. Women soldiers > Africa, West > History > 19th century > Drama. Women > Africa, West > History > 19th century > Drama. |
| Genre: | Action and adventure films. Epic films. Feature films. Fiction films. Historical films. Video recordings for people with visual disabilities. Video recordings for the hearing impaired. |
Available copies
- 102 of 104 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 4 of 4 copies available at Onslow County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 104 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville Main Library | DVD GEN WOM (Text) | 36015000530044 | Adult Video | Available | - |
| Richlands Branch Library | DVD GEN WOM (Text) | 36015000522868 | Adult Video | Available | - |
| Sneads Ferry Branch Library | DVD GEN WOM (Text) | 36015000554689 | Adult Video | Available | - |
| Swansboro Branch Library | DVD GEN WOM (Text) | 36015000522926 | Adult Video | Available | - |
