When I walked
into the cinema, the queue to see the life of the people of Wakanda was
mind-blowing. At first, I thought maybe it was for another movie, but no—it
was Black Panther we all gathered to see, with some people even there
for a second time.
As soon as the
movie started, I could spot the people who had seen it before, thanks to the
light from the screen. They were the ones leaning over, whispering to the poor,
unfortunate first-timers about what to expect. I was glad no one like that was
sitting next to me.
I walked in
alone, ready to be entertained by a movie I already knew I’d enjoy. And I did
enjoy it—every surprise felt fresh because I’d avoided spoilers.
Black Panther is
the eighteenth film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), and it explores how
five African tribes used vibranium to advance their civilization far beyond the
rest of the world.
The plot picks up after the last time we saw T’Chaka alive in Captain
America: Civil War (2016). After his murder, we dive into the life of
T’Challa as he tries to lead his people and keep Wakanda’s existence a secret.
Is there a bad
guy in this story?
The movie
centers on two conflicting perspectives and a near-civil war in Wakanda. On one
side is T’Challa, who wants to uphold tradition and keep Wakanda secret. On the
other is Killmonger, who seeks to use Wakanda’s power to liberate oppressed
black people worldwide.
Both characters have valid points about the future, and their clash determines
Wakanda’s role in shaping it.
The film
showcases technological advancements that would make Iron Man jealous. Another
standout is the incredible visual effects and cinematography, which pull you
into the world of Wakanda.
One of the best aspects of the movie is its portrayal of women. They’re not
just background characters or sidekicks—one is the general of the army, and
another is the head of Wakanda’s technological advancements, who also happens
to be T’Challa’s younger sister.
Black Panther is a movie to appreciate and one worth watching again, it has an overall masterclass of acting performances from the casts. But, for me, it stumbles with a few predictable plot points, especially when it comes to T’Challa’s development as a leader. Some of the supporting characters, like the Dora Milaje, are key to the story, but they don’t get enough screen time.
As it crosses the billion-dollar mark at the box office, I believe Hollywood
now understands that there’s a place for movies featuring diverse characters in
roles that truly represent them.
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