Lets start off with the controversy surrounding this film. I will say it definitely doesnt shy away from the topic of slavery and Africa's own involvement in its history. But at the same time, it does also present the Dahomey Amazons as being against the slave trade and wishing to end it and the King coming around to that idea and thats not historically accurate as far as I can tell. It seems like this was thrown into the movie for modern audiences to have a reason to root for these warriors. Though the film also isnt trying to portray itself as historically accurate and merely just "inspired". So its a mixed bag.
That aside though, I do think its a well made movie. It is a compelling story although sometimes I think it ends up being too sentimental. I was also a bit put off between the "romance" between Nawi and Malik. It is a well acted film though and the production and costume designs are beautiful.
That aside though, I do think its a well made movie. It is a compelling story although sometimes I think it ends up being too sentimental. I was also a bit put off between the "romance" between Nawi and Malik. It is a well acted film though and the production and costume designs are beautiful.