Marvel Studios’ Black Panther: Wakanda Forever has finally hit theaters and finally, fans will experience the new Black Panther taking over. One of the most anticipated films of 2022, the sequel film is an attempt to honor the legacy of the late Chadwick Boseman.
black panther 2 returns to the fascinating world of Wakanda as the people mourn the loss of their beloved King T’Challa. Now the kingdom’s security is in the hands of its powerful rulers, Queen Ramonda, Shuri, Okoye, Nakia, Aneka, and Riri, who defend and protect it from outside forces.
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever exceeds public expectations
Early screening reviews were thrilled that the sequel is a great Boseman homage as well as another epic Marvel blockbuster. Fans and critics alike praised the stunning cinematography and visual effects. Additionally, they also praised the outstanding performance of the cast, with Angela Bassett campaigning with fans for an Oscar nomination.
With so much hype and praise, it’s not impossible that Black Panther: Wakanda Forever will manage to beat two of Marvel’s most successful films: Avengers: Endgame and Spider-Man: No Coming Home. It might even break its own record with the first film’s nomination for the Best Picture Oscars.
Ryan Coogler has created another masterpiece that exudes so much cultural richness and a high quality storyline. From the writing of the script, costumes, set design and special effects to the performance of the cast, it’s a cut above its fellow superhero movies. What sets it apart from the rest of the Marvel movies is the inspiration that runs throughout the scenes.
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What Sets Black Panther 2 Apart From Other Marvel Movies
As the first superhero franchise to feature an all-black cast, wakanda forever also showcased the rich indigenous cultures of Yucatan and the strikingly beautiful underwater place called Talokan. Tenoch Huerta’s Namor is a complex and compelling villain, with a solid origin story that sets up a larger world for the future of x-men mutants in the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
With a box office-winning opening this weekend, it’s sure to climb the charts for the next few weeks or more. Some fans have already predicted the film will hit $1 billion by the end of its run, ranking among the highest-grossing MCU films of all time.
Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is now playing in theaters around the world.
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