Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Black Panther:

Wakanda Forever 

The new movie, Wakanda Forever, was just released on November 11th. Before the release two interviewees had shared their opinions on the movie and their expectations. 

“I’m hoping that the movie makes an unforgettable impact on the masses,” Jahnavi Gudala, a BHS Freshman, stated, “In the sense that Chadwick isn’t going to be in the movie, it definitely needs to honor his work and the energy he gave off. Chadwick spoke to many many people through his work in film, and I hope that this movie has the same impact. 

Chadwick Boseman unfortunately passed away August 28, 2020. He had previously been the main character, T’Challa, in the 2018 Marvel hit, Black Panther.  He also starred in Captain America: Civil War, Infinity War, and Endgame.He had been a huge part in highlighting people of color’s roles in these important/popular movies. 

“Like I said previously, obviously the movie is going to be different without the character that touched millions of people,”Jahnavi exclaimed, “But the way Chadwick presented himself in the project made the audience trust him and trust his will in the film. The impact on the audience needs to radiate the fact that he will never really truly leave. His beautiful soul and the memory of it will stay forever with everyone.” Said Jahnavi. 

Chadwick’s role in Black Panther impacted millions. Without him in the movie things are definitely going to be different. Nonetheless Letitia Wright, who plays Shuri, will be taking the mantle of Black Panther.  Chadwick had been in one of the most highly praised movies of the decade and as said before, his performance had inspired millions, he will be missed and the movie will not be the same without him.  

“From what I have seen from the trailers,” Sloane Wilson, a BHS Freshman, said, “I’m expecting a lot of drama between the clans or something like that. Also I’m expecting Shuri to become the next Black Panther” 

In the trailer for Wakanda Forever, we see a female black Panther who is presumed to be Shuri due to the fact she would be the next ‘Black Panther’ if something were to happen to T’Challa. They also enhanced and made more of a character out of Shuri.  

Instead of her just being T'Challa's smart sister, we see a different side/role to her.

“I’m excited for the new Black Panther movie because the first was so good! Also I want to see what changes they are going to put in for the movie after the passing of Chadwick Boseman.” Sloane said.                       

On Saturday, I got to experience the sequel to Black Panther. Without spoiling it,  it definitely exceeded all expectations. They had made a wonderful tribute to Chadwick and even despite his passing, he had a huge impact in the movie.