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1. Over President’s Day weekend, the film made $202 million, which put it in fifth place for highest box office sales opening weekend of all time.

(Source: https://pixabay.com/en/admission-coupon-admit-buy-2974645/ )

2. Three of the strong, empowering and “badass” lead roles are represented by women.

(Source: http://naturemoms.com/blog/2018/02/14/black-panther-fueled-lots-strong-women/ )

3. T’Challa is not only the Black Panther; he is also the king of Wakanda. Now who wouldn’t want to be both a superhero and a king?

(Source: http://www.denofgeek.com/us/movies/black-panther/270967/black-panther-post-credits-scenes-explained )

4. It is the first Marvel film in history to have an almost entirely African American cast.

(Source: http://bostonreview.net/race/christopher-lebron-black-panther )

5. The villain, played by Michael B. Jordan, is not only attractive but also has a moving backstory that makes him a more likeable character.

(Source: http://www.dnaindia.com/hollywood/report-black-panther-michael-b-jordan-had-fun-playing-villain-erik-killmonger-2585764 )

6. The film is evidence that disproves the Hollywood myth “black films don’t travel.”

(Source: https://www.cnn.com/2018/02/21/entertainment/ryan-coogler-black-panther-thanks/index.html )

7. Martin Freeman returns as Everett Ross and makes a perfect fit in the film.

(Source: https://www.pinterest.com/pin/176625616619721640/ )

8. The capital city of Wakanda has stunning scenery along with advanced technology utilizing vibranium.

(Source: https://www.express.co.uk/entertainment/films/921545/Black-Panther-where-is-Wakanda-flights )

9. The Black Panther protagonist, T’Challa, has a vulnerable side to him, which makes him a more well-rounded and dynamic superhero.

(Source: http://www.blackvoicenews.com/2018/02/18/black-panther-is-everything-marvel-needed/ )

10. The beautiful culture of the people bring about a new perspective and understanding to the film industry.

(Source: https://www.thewrap.com/black-panther-ancestral-plane/ )

 

Studying to be a journalist at the University of Missouri in Columbia. Senior Editor and Writer at Her Campus Mizzou.