10 Good Reasons Why You Should Not Miss Out On The Angolan Film "Njinga - Queen Of Angola"

This Queen wasn't bossy. She was THE BOSS!

The film is a journey through time that features the life of a woman without fear, who, for 40 years, defended the independence of the Ndongo and Matamba kingdoms.

Njinga Mbande, born in 1582, became famous for the courage and ability to unite different peoples in the struggle against Portuguese invaders. Its actual title in the language quimbundo - "ngola" - was the name used by the Portuguese to name that region, Angola.

You know the story, now lets give you some reasons:

1. It is an historical movie about a real Queen

Queen Anna Nzinga, also known as Ana de Sousa Nzinga Mbande, was a 17th-century queen (muchino a muhatu) of the Ndongo and Matamba Kingdoms of the Mbundu people in Angola.

2. The movie is about an African Queen who (literally) fought for her country

This woman was a fighter in every sense of the word. Plus, she was a top-notch diplomat.

3. She also has a softer side to her (yes, we are talking about hot, steamy romance)

Queen of Angola and Queen of Hearts.

4. Have we mentioned that she is also the Queen of Sass?

Check out this dirty look!

5. The leading role is played by a beautiful Angolan actress - Lesliana Pereira, Miss Angola 2008

Lesliana is also a model, a TV presenter and a fashionista.

6. It has a timeless motto: Those Who Stay, Fight to Win

A great motto for an even greater film.

7. Rodrigo Leão - the musical director of The Butler - was in charge of the soundtrack

Rodrigo Leão is a Portuguese musician and composer. He was born in Lisbon in 1964. He became known for his musical compositions and participation in Portuguese bands such as Madredeus and Sétima Legião.

8. The movie is already available in Brasil and Canada

It is also available in Portugal and Angola, of course. So if you are not from any of these places, here is a great excuse to do some travelling.

9. Because it is the biggest Angolan movie ever

It is a huge production and an ode to the Angolan roots, and we should root for it (see what I just did?)

10. On top of it all, because it is a great epic movie. Here is the trailer to prove it:

(Yes, it has subtitles)

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