So, I just
got back from watching Black Panther and I’ve got to say I was blown away – and
I don’t say that much. While I do enjoy the Marvel series, they often lack the
deeper meanings and plots I most enjoy – not so this time.
Since not
everyone has seen it yet, I’ll keep this as spoiler free as possible. The plot,
for the story lovers out there, was very enjoyable – the movie did a good job
of keeping the audience guessing, with the perfect balance of foreshadowing.
The jokes came at the right time, and none of them were overplayed.
The
characters were fantastic, with each and every one given a complex personality
that drove their actions. I feel like I should say more than one sentence, but,
honestly, that covers everything.
However,
what is truly great about this movie is the underlying messages – these are
there throughout the story, yet they remain firmly in the subtext without
preaching, exactly as they should. There was social commentary on sensitive
subjects, yet they were presented so flawlessly that they came across as just
another part of the entertainment. They even showed various perspectives, in a
manner that made them all relatable.
On the
whole, the Marvel movies are action movies. While Black Panther did have that
aspect to it, it didn’t take up nearly as much screen time as we’ve come to
expect. Instead we were treated to a journey through myriad cultures, political
struggles, and character growths that, while fictional, also have their roots
in reality.
If you
haven’t seen this movie yet, you really should. Not only is it excellent
entertainment; it’s a mind-opening experience.
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