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2022 / superhero / Directed by Ryan Coogler
Honoring legacy, embracing change.
What is Black Panther: Wakanda Forever about?
The people of Wakanda fight to protect their nation in the wake of King T'Challa's death. Shuri, T'Challa's sister, must navigate her new role and confront threats to her nation.
Five things to know.
New Leadership
The film follows Shuri as she takes on a new role in Wakanda's leadership.
World-Building
The movie introduces the underwater kingdom of Talokan, ruled by Namor.
Pressure Mounts
Wakanda faces pressure from other nations to share their vibranium.
Crafting a Hero
Shuri must craft a new Black Panther suit and confront her destiny.
A New Path
The film explores themes of grief, legacy, and the path forward for Wakanda.
A thought to take with you.
Wakanda's grief over T'Challa does not pause the demands placed on its leaders. Shuri's struggle to respond to loss unfolds alongside a conflict over vibranium and sovereignty, so private mourning becomes inseparable from the country's public choices.
Is it your kind of movie?
Choose it for a superhero drama about grief, leadership, and protecting a nation. It directly follows the first Black Panther and includes bereavement and battle violence.
Sources & scope
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