Viola Davis is more than proud of her latest film project titled, The Woman King, which made its grand premiere during the 2022 Toronto International Film Festival earlier on Friday.
The Academy Award winner, 57, turned heads in an eye-catching floor-length gown as she posed for photos on the star-studded red carpet.
The historical epic is based on true events from the Kingdom of Dahomey, which was the ‘most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries,’ according to the official synopsis on IMDB.
Breathtaking: Viola Davis, 57, turned heads as she attended the screening of The Woman King at the Toronto International Film Festival earlier on Friday
The talented actress opted for a colorful ensemble as she attended the premiere of her latest historical drama.
Viola slipped into a hot pink, floor-length gown with orange, floral fabric lined at the top of the dress for an extra pop of color and differing texture.
During a past interview with InStyle, The Help star opened up about her fashion inspiration.
‘In general, I would say my style is still bleeding over from who I was in New York, which was, I always I just wanted to be different.’
Glamorous: The award-winning star was dressed to impress as she celebrated the premiere of her latest film project
To coincide with the glamorous, strapless gown, Viola slipped into a pair of hot pink, high heels that shone in the light.
In order to not take away from the vibrancy of the dress, she opted to not add any pieces of jewelry.
Her makeup was elegant and chic, which included black eyeliner, shimmering eyeshadow and a pink lipstick.
While on the red carpet, Viola was seen posing with fellow cast members and other creative artists involved on the film project. She was also seen walking hand-in-hand with her husband, Julius Tennon, and their adoptive daughter, Genesis Tennon.
The talented beauty appeared to be in good spirits as she celebrated the premiere of The Woman King. She expressed before the screening during the film festival that the historical epic hold a special place in her heart.
Big smile: The star appeared to be in high spirits as she attended the screening of The Woman King in Toronto earlier on Friday
Celebrating: Viola was pictured with director, Gina Prince-Bythewood and fellow actress in the movie, Thuso Mbedu
‘You know what? I feel like my entire life, I’ve allowed myself to be defined by a culture, I’ve allowed myself to be defined by the naysayers. I’ve been dropped in a profession that’s defined by depravation,’ she explained, reported Deadline.
Viola then expressed that she finally has now come to know who she is, and her latest project helped her on that path.
‘And so, a lot of times, you just allow other people to define you. At 57 years old, I’ve come to the realization that I can define myself.’
The talented actress revealed that she believed deep down that The Woman King was her, ‘magnum opus,’ adding, ‘But it’s my magnum opus because it’s everything I ever dreamed it could be.’
A magnum opus is an important, creative work of art, or is also known as the most important work created by an artist.
New project: The Woman King not only stars the Oscar-winning actress, but was also produced by the star
Group photo: Viola was seen excitedly smiling with fellow stars involved in the film such as Sheila Atim, Julius Tennon, Gina Prince-Bythewood, Thuso Mbedu, Cathy Schulman, and Nicole Brown
Her magnum opus: The star explained during her passionate speech that the film was her ‘magnum opus’
Viola brought up how she has become an inspiration to her younger self. ‘But it’s for my 6-year old self that sort of left prostrate on the ground in Central Falls, Rhode Island, the little girl who was traumatized, the little girl who was called ugly, the little girl who wasn’t seen, who was left invisible.’
‘I see you Viola. I see every chocolate girl who is like you. I’m telling you to stop running. This is my gift to you.’
‘And I believe when we open this gift tonight, it will be to all your enjoyment,’ she stated at the conclusion of her speech, which was followed by a round of cheering and applause.
Happy family: The How To Get Away With Murder alum was pictured holding hands with husband, Julius Tennon and daughter, Genesis Tennon on the red carpet
Big day: Viola was seen posing with her fellow co-star on the film The Woman King, John Boyega
The Woman King not only stars Viola, but also Hero Fiennes Tiffin from the After franchise, Lashana Lynch, John Boyega, Thuso Mbedu, and Sheila Atim.
Following its special screening during the film festival, the historical drama is set to release in theaters on September 16.
Viola plays the character of Nanisca, who trains and leads an all-female warrior unit to help protect their Kingdom of Dahomey.
During a recent interview with Vanity Fair, the actress opened up about diving into her character.
Talented: The Oscar winning actress took a photo with some of her co-stars, Sheila Atim, Thuso Mbedu, and John Boyega
Proud: Viola expressed that she was proud to be a part of the project and stated that film was ‘transformative’
‘I’ve never had a role like this before. It’s transformative. And to be a producer on it, and to know that I had a hand in bringing it to fruition,’ she stated.
Aside from The Woman King, the actress was cast to play the role of Amanda Waller in the DC film, Black Adam, and will also star in The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds And Snakes.
She has also been cast to be a part of a film currently titled, Nike, from Ben Affleck and longtime friend, Matt Damon.
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