Lupita Nyong’o has applauded Star Wars feminist reinvention in The Force Awakens.
The 12 Years A Slave actress plays the Yoda-like mystical character of Maz Kanata, who runs a bar full of galactic misfits in JJ Abrams’ new film.
The new blockbuster puts the new character of Rey (Daisy Ridley) firmly in the centre of the plot and all the action.
In an exclusive interview with Metro.co.uk, Lupita claimed it was a natural progression from Princess Leia’s days as the kick ass heroine.
MORE: Why Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the blockbuster we all deserve