Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.

  • Released: 2022-11-09
  • Runtime: 120 minutes
  • Genre: Action, Adventure
  • Stars: Lupita Nyong'o, Letitia Wright, Danai Gurira, Winston Duke, Angela Bassett, Martin Freeman, Daniel Kaluuya, Tenoch Huerta Mejía, Michaela Coel, Dominique Thorne, Florence Kasumba, Isaach De Bankolé, Dorothy Steel, Gigi Bermingham, Shiquita James, Curtis Bannister, Jarrell Pyro Johnson, Tejon Wright, Adam Freeman, Marlon Hayes, Babatunde Oyewo, Danny Sapani, Mabel Cadena, Josué Maychi, Alex Livinalli, María Mercedes Coroy, Richard Schiff, Zach Andrews, Manuel Chavez, Kamaru Usman, Michael B. Jordan, Lake Bell, Robert John Burke, Connie Chiume, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Michael B. Jordan, Zainab Jah, Sope Aluko, Trevor Noah, Shawn Roberts, Zola Williams, Janeshia Adams-Ginyard, Jemini Powell, Marija Abney, Keisha Tucker, Ivy Haralson, Maya Macatumpag, Baaba Maal, Jabari Exum, Massamba Diop, Magatte Saw, Gerardo Aldana, Rudolph Massanga, Judd Wild, Amber Harrington, Michael Blake Kruse, Justin James Boykin, Anderson Cooper, Mackenro Alexander, T. Love, Floyd Anthony Johns Jr., Jermaine Brantley, Granger Summerset II, Luke Lenza, Alan Wells, Bill Barrett, Lieiry J. Perez Escalera, Sevyn Hill, Gavin Macon, Skylar Ebron, Taylor Holmes, Angela Cipra, Faya Madrid, María Telón, Sal Lopez, Irma Estella La Guerre, Leonardo Castro, Juan Carlos Cantu, Shawntae Hughes, Corey Hibbert, Zaiden James, Aba Arthur, Délé Ogundiran, Kevin Changaris, Valerio Dorvillen, Don Castor, Jonathan González Collins, Divine Love Konadu-Sun, Chadwick Boseman
  • Director: Ryan Coogler
 Comments
  • JPHReviews - 25 May 2024
    Nice Tribute to Chadwick Boseman but doesn't need to exist
    Chadwick Boseman's death was tragic and I appreciate this film as sort of a tribute to him (the MCU credits all being of him was especially nice) but this film did not need to exist. Chadwick Boseman was why that first film was so great so swapping him out for his annoying little sister was a mistake.

    Namor is a cool villain though, I love the scene where his army lure a boat full of soldiers to their deaths. On the flip side I didn't care for Riri Williams, just another genius child in a film where we already have that. Like c'mon past smart characters like Tony Stark and Bruce Banner had to study their whole life's while Riri is just a genius from a young age able to do what others could not even building her own Iron Man getup (at least Shuri grew up in an advanced society so she at least makes sense to be a young genius).

    Thankfully this is the last Marvel film I needed to catch up on and yeah going back and rewatching/watching these phase 4 films has really got me agreeing with Martin Scorsese. Marvel has seemingly lost it, it used to be the case that a weak Marvel film was an oddity now it's the norm.
  • henrybodill - 24 January 2024
    Average not much more to be said
    As a big fan of black panther I like many others had my doubts about this movie but also had hopes of marvel being able to regain some prestige after having some flops recently. The tribute to Chadwick Boseman as T'Challa was very touching and gave me high hopes, although the cgi in this scene was very obvious and the buildings stuck out like a sore thumb.

    The story itself is a bit bland with the main villain being quite random and whilst opening up a new world to marvel fans it also creates a lot of confusion.

    As a female dominated cast the actresses had a ok performance with some standout moments, however the introduction of the iron heart it left me very confused and very dissatisfied as they have taken the legacy and brilliant performance of Robert Downey Jr as iron man and handed it to a very bland and boringly sarcastic character.

    The cgi was a bit hit and miss throughout the film with the attack on wakanda being very well put together but other scenes not so much. It has also been clear through many Marvel films that revenge is never truly enacted with the main character as seen in Spider-Man no way home and I think marvel is missing a big trick here as Shuri could have had more of a character development if she was to kill Namor.

    The ending of the film was touching with Nakai and her son but unfortunately a short post credits scene cannot help this film in terms lacking story.

    All in all a very subpar film and I wouldn't recommend unless you are a very big fan of Shuri or the Black Panther series in general.
  • Bercakir - 30 November 2023
    Should be Nickelodeon version otherwise it is a joke
    "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" disappoints as it attempts a Nickelodeon-esque spin on the Marvel universe, catering more to teenagers than the broader audience. While the costume design stands out, the film falls short in storytelling and execution.

    The plot, centered around Shuri taking up the Black Panther mantle, lacks the depth and gravitas expected from a Marvel installment. Instead of exploring the richness of Wakanda's culture, the narrative veers towards teenage drama, diluting the impact of the iconic superhero legacy.

    New characters, introduced with a Nickelodeon flair, feel more like caricatures than well-developed additions. The attempt at humor often falls flat, relying on juvenile gags that undermine the weight of the challenges faced by Wakanda. The film struggles to strike a balance between engaging a younger audience and delivering a compelling storyline.

    Visually, the attempt to infuse Wakanda with a vibrant Nickelodeon aesthetic clashes with the established tone of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The result is a jarring blend that fails to capture the essence of the original "Black Panther" film. The action sequences lack the sophistication expected, resembling more of a cartoonish spectacle than a superhero epic.

    The soundtrack, while lively, doesn't salvage the overall disappointment. The music feels disconnected from the narrative, failing to enhance emotional beats or elevate key moments. It becomes evident that the filmmakers prioritized style over substance, leaving audiences wanting more substance from a Marvel film.

    The saving grace lies in the costume department's commendable work. The outfits seamlessly blend tradition and modernity, offering a visual treat that remains consistent with the established Wakandan aesthetic. Unfortunately, the stunning costumes can only do so much to salvage a film that falls short in crucial storytelling aspects.

    In the end, "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever" feels like a missed opportunity to delve into the richness of Wakanda and uphold the legacy of its predecessor. The attempt to cater to a teenage audience with a Nickelodeon touch undermines the potential for a sophisticated exploration of themes and characters. While the costumes shine, they can't rescue a film that disappoints in delivering the depth and resonance expected from a Marvel cinematic experience.
  • xianslad - 8 January 2023
    Very powerful action film.
    "Black Panther Wakanda Forever" directed by Ryan Coogler. It's an action and adventure movie. The film was outstanding because it had elements, such as the performers' excellent acting, that Shuir showed in the movie. At the film's beginning, Wakanda expresses their thoughts over how they miss "Black Panther" star "Chadwick Boseman" and Ryan Coogler utilizes the movie to memorialize him. The script, written by Joe Robert, was lengthy and exciting. This movie set was in the 2020s but used technology far more sophisticated than ours. The plot explains how Shuri transforms into the new Black Panther and teams up with other characters to defeat Namor. The actors performed well and were talented, especially Shuri, as the new Black Panther. She will have a lot of responsibility for the forthcoming movies. The music score was sad when Black Panther died at the movie's opening. The film was filled with funny moments that make you laugh, yet the most impactful parts show how important they are becoming. I had goosebumps at the end credit, which created an exciting future for Marvel. This movie is a must-see since the pivotal point in the film made me cry, and I advise you to see it.
  • Benjamin-M-Weilert - 2 January 2023
    Phase 4 MCU's average movie to end an average phase
    As the last film in the fourth phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022) proves that there was no plan for this phase other than to clean up the remains of the Infinity War saga. To its credit, though, Wakanda Forever was burdened with finding an in-universe replacement for the titular Black Panther after the untimely passing of Chadwick Boseman. However, considering how most of Phase 4 was passing the mantle from one hero to the next generation, it fits well within this theming.

    There's a line in Avengers: Endgame (2019) where Naka (Lupita Nyong'o) states that Wakanda is aware of an anomaly on the ocean floor near their country and that they were handling it. This throwaway line was likely played for laughs, but it's peculiar how Wakanda was woefully unprepared for the invasion of their land by underwater enemies, even though they clearly knew about it three years ago. Phase 4 of the MCU has highlighted how difficult it is to maintain continuity in a franchise as huge as it has become.

    Even though Marvel has introduced new characters in movies outside their own standalone works since the early Phases, I would have liked something more dedicated to introducing Ironheart (Dominique Thorne) considering how influential Iron Man was to the MCU. I also would have appreciated action sequences that weren't so dark or hard to follow, because I can't honestly recall any of them that happened in this movie. Overall, I felt the end of the MCU Phase 4 was average-which aligns with the MCU Phase 4 as a whole. Here's to hoping the next Phase actually goes somewhere.

    Phase 4 MCU's average movie to end an average phase, I give Black Panther: Wakanda Forever 3.0 stars out of 5.
  • ThereelscoopwithKK - 29 December 2022
    Best of Phase 4
    If any sequel in phase 4 had an excuse to flop it was this one and yet it might have been the only one that exceeded my expectations. Filling the shoes of Chadwick Boseman is pretty impossible. The secondary actors and actresses stepped up pretty well here in my opinion to deliver a story that had my interest throughout.

    One of the best parts I thought was how the action scenes were more creative than what Marvel has been delivering as of late. The violent scenes were also used appropriately instead of just fighting for fighting sake which is often the case in many others.

    The villain wasn't super flashy or charismatic but I think he worked very well for this story. He has some unique skills and isn't a prototypical villain. It will be interesting to see how they use him in the future.

    The mid credit scene certainly opens up future storyline options and there's a couple different ways it could go. This may also be the movies weakness in that although it had sort of a forced reset with the tragic death of Boseman , this movie did not definitively set a course for where the Black Panther franchise is headed.

    A solid conclusion to phase 4, but I really hope phase 5 is much better.
  • thechair - 24 December 2022
    A Fitting End To Phase 4
    What a load of boring rubbish. It was obvious that Marvel was going to struggles after the twin brilliance of Infinity War (especially) and Endgame, and struggle they have, releasing a mish mash of the poor, the ill-conceived and the downright hateable (hello, Thor).

    Wakanda Forever feels a fitting end to the run, delivering boredom, poor cinematography, eye-rolling silliness and a lack of gravity in equal measure. Oh, and it is way, way, way too long. In truth it would probably have been a passable 6/10 if it was two hours; something to catch and then quickly forget ever existed. At two hours-forty it is actually painful. I couldn't have cared less what happens to any of the characters by the end. Letitia Wright can act but she absolutely does not have the chops to carry a movie like this. Any scene at night was so dim I could barely make out what was going on. Namor and his underwater kingdom? Meh. It was pants. A waste of time.

    I'm done with Marvel now. Adios, and thanks for the good times.
  • geislekm - 21 December 2022
    The loss of Chadwick Boseman has never been greater
    This movie had been out for a month before I saw it, so I had seen many reviews that indicated this movie underwhelms, and so I set my expectations accordingly; and I was still disappointed. Letitia Wright is a decent actress, but a leading lady she is not. Full disclosure, during the pandemic she came out as an anti-vaxer and I'll be honest, that fear and distrust of science made her absolutely unbelievable as a genius scientist, and her acting skills are insufficient to overcome that fact.

    Adding to the lack of a strong leading actor is the fact that the plot was pretty thin. An undersea city attacks Wakanda and kills their queen, and then expects Wakanda to ally themselves with the attacker? That is a tactic guaranteed to NOT create an alliance. Also, has no one in these places heard of bullets? Very effective at stopping people from slowly climbing onto ships.
  • darylturner628 - 18 December 2022
    Wakanda Forever!!!!
    Had been anticipating this movie for a while and definitely was not disappointed. Movie is almost 3 hours long but doesn't really feel like it. Kept me fully invested throughout. Love how Ryan Coogler was able to handle Chadwick's passing with grace and dignity. It was a great send off for him. Will be rewatching when this movie comes out for sure. All characters were amazing. Felt the emotion of each and every character. Almost got chocked up a few times. Great action and great character development. Overall just a really good black panther film. Honestly liked this one more then the first. Can't wait for the next film!
  • Top_Dawg_Critic - 16 December 2022
    Slightly better than the first one.
    I liked the creativity of the narrative, certainly original and refreshing, but there was still too much cheesy dialogue and scenes that took away from the story. Plus both the hero and anti-hero were not convincing whatsoever in their roles. Tenoch Huerta's acting felt like it was his first ever acting role. And pretty much every attempt at humor was a miss, and ended up being cheesy and lame, some even feeling like Fendi subliminal advertising more than anything else. Even with the fairly decent pacing, the 161 min runtime felt much longer with many bloated and unnecessary scenes. Nevertheless, I still enjoyed it more than the first film, and it's a fairly decent one-time watch.