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One of the most striking aspects of the film's promotion is Viola Davis's outspoken stance on the importance of supporting the movie. Davis has publicly asserted that if audiences choose not to see "The Woman King," they are supporting a narrative suggesting that black women cannot lead at the global box office. In her words, not supporting the film would send a message that hinders the progress of Black female leads in Hollywood, effectively weaponizing race to rally support.