Superhero Enters the Marvel Universe
“Black Panther” is yet another movie based on a character in the Marvel universe. Created in 1966 by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, this character has until now been in the shadow of higher-profile Marvel superheroes Spider-Man, Iron Man and Hulk.<br /><br />Like all origin tales, “Black Panther” creates the mythos and back story of a complex character. There’s plenty of action, but also a story that deals with issues beyond stopping a crazed villain from ruling the world.<br /><br />T’Challa (Chadwick Boseman) is prince of the fictional African nation Wakanda. Appearing to outsiders as an undeveloped Third World country, Wakanda contains a hidden, advanced technological metropolis made possible by deposits of “vibranium.” Wakandans keep the existence of vibranium a secret so that outsiders do not attempt to plunder it. This substance also makes possible an invulnerable suit that transforms T’Challa into Black Panther.<br /><br />Despite its advanced technology, Wakanda is comprised of tribes characterized by infighting, jealousies, and challenges over who will rule. Some want Wakanda to use its knowledge to make life better for African-Americans, others want to keep the country’s secrets under wraps, and still others look to seize power and lead the country down a violent path.<br /><br />Complications arise when a Wakandan exile and American-trained soldier, Erik Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan), turns up, determined to use Wakanda’s power to rebalance black power around the world. He’s allied with Ulysses Klaue (Andy Serkis), a black market arms dealer.<br /><br />T’Challa is surrounded by several smart and powerful women, among them his mother, the widowed Queen Ramonda (Angela Bassett), Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o), part of Wakanda’s all-female special forces, special forces leader Okoye (Dania Gurira), and his younger sister, Shuri (Letitia Wright). Like last year’s “Wonder Woman,” “Black Panther” portrays a society in which women are a dominant, vital force.<br /><br />Director Ryan Coogler (“Creed”) has fashioned a socially conscious superhero film with more than a normal helping of gravitas. He wisely spends more time with dialogue, character development and narrative than with special effects. The film does look terrific, and it’s apparent a considerable amount of money was spent on making the effects look real, but the movie is a superhero film for those who usually don’t like them. Coogler explores issues of race, responsibility, leadership, tradition vs. modernism, and morality without being preachy. These issues emerge naturally from the plot, which constantly moves forward with no unnecessary padding.<br /><br />Performances are excellent, with Boseman (“42,” “Captain America: Civil War’) displaying the conscience-driven T’Challa, whose ambitious dreams extend beyond the borders of Wakanda. Boseman has a strong screen presence and even when he’s reacting or listening to other characters, you can see the wheels turning in his brain. He constantly assesses situations, analyzes, and processes information, not content to accept half-truths, emotional outbursts or optimistic predictions of questionable plans.<br /><br />Ms. Bassett looks appropriately regal in an assortment of elaborate costumes, and Ms. Wright provides a lot of the film’s comic relief with her barbs and a fetching twinkle in her eyes. Daniel Kaluuya (“Get Out”) portrays tribe leader W’Kabi, who would like to see the isolationist Wakanda give more in foreign aid and open its borders to refugees.<br /><br />As one who isn’t especially blown away by superhero movies, I enjoyed “Black Panther” because, first and foremost, its an intelligent film that doesn’t depend solely on an adrenaline rush for its success. Director Coogler has kept the running time down to just a shade over two hours, so the movie avoids the common pitfall of many other superhero flicks — overstaying its welcome. Be sure to remain after the end credits. In keeping with Marvel tradition, there’s a bonus scene you won’t want to miss.<br /><br />Rated PG-13 for some intense fight scenes, “Black Panther” may be the first Marvel feature that inspires conversations about more than the action. Substance and style work together here to produce exceptional results.<br /><br />Bonus features on the Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack include commentary by writer/director Ryan Coogler, four deleted scenes, featurettes focusing on creating the world of “Black Panther,” the film’s female characters and actresses, and the technology of Wakanda; “From Page to Screen,” a roundtable discussion about the making of the film; “Marvel Studios The First Ten Years: Connecting the Universe;” a sneak preview of “Ant-Man and The Wasp;” and a gag reel. A digital copy is enclosed.
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Here is a brief synopsis of the title : After tragedy forces young Prince T'Challa to assume Wakanda's throne, he is faced with the ultimate test, putting the fate of his country and the entire world at risk. Pitted against his own family, the new king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black Panther to defeat his foes and embrace his future as an Avenger..