5. Viola Davis in The Woman King (2022)

The Woman King was ambitious, but it needed Viola Davis to bring it to life. As General Nanisca, Davis brought strength, wisdom, and humanity to a role that could have felt distant or overly stoic. Her performance gave the historical epic its emotional anchor, grounding its themes of loyalty, sacrifice, and leadership. Davis’s intensity in action scenes and her ability to convey complex emotions added depth to the story. She made the character unforgettable and ensured the film’s success as more than just a historical drama.
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Edited by Sugnik Mondal