Black Panther
A vibrant, kinetic superhero epic that balances thrilling action with genuine emotional stakes and cultural richness.
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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever
A somber, sweeping superhero epic that balances intimate grief with grand spectacle, often feeling more like a mournful tribute than a typical action film.
About 2022 film directed by Ryan Coogler
Genres action, superhero
Directed by Ryan Coogler
Written by Ryan Coogler, Joe Robert Cole
Starring Lupita Nyong'o, Angela Bassett, Martin Freeman, Danai Gurira, Daniel Kaluuya, Letitia Wright, Lake Bell, Becky Lynch
Music Ludwig Göransson
Runtime 161 min
Country United States
Links Wikipedia · IMDb · Letterboxd · Wikidata
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