The world premiere of Marve’s blockbuster movie Black Panther: Wakanda Forever took place not long ago in Hollywood, giving fans a reason to chant Wakanda Forever. Early reviews from critics have been overwhelmingly positive.
According to Variety’s reporting, the whole theater reportedly cried during the entire 160-minute length. The hype around Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever is through the roof. Its predecessor made over $1.3 billion around the world and over $700 million in North America.
To some, the question of who will portray Black Panther in future MCU installments is less pressing than the question of how the impending sequel will honor the late Chadwick Boseman, who played the title character in the first film.
The movie will not feature a recasting of T’Challa’s role but will instead depict the fictitious Marvel nation in grief. Critics are calling Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, which tells the story of the people of Wakanda as they rebuild and get ready for life without their king, an emotional farewell to one of the most beloved superheroes of the previous decade.
The Critics Chime In
See what additional spoiler-free remarks critics expressed after the exciting night of Marvel’s Black Panther: Wakanda Forever and get ready to feel the full range of human emotion the film evokes. According to reviews, many viewers will appreciate the film’s emotional core, its handling of loss, and Huerta’s outstanding turn as Namor.
Dani Fernandez, an actress and writer, has described the film as “heartbreaking and beautiful,” stressing that she will not reveal any plot details.
No spoilers. Wakanda Forever had so many emotions!!! It was creepy and BRU-TAL in parts. Heartbreaking and beautiful. And the fight scenes were WILD. I’m in awe of the care put into representing these cultures. #WakandaForever pic.twitter.com/HHSClXcxoY
— Dani Fernandez (@msdanifernandez) October 27, 2022
Clayton Davis of Variety praised the visual spectacle that is Wakanda Forever, saying that Angela Bassett rules every frame she’s in.
#BlackPantherWakandaForever is a beautiful tribute to Chadwick Boseman. Visual stunner, with Angela Bassett commanding every scene she inhabits. Rihanna's "Lift Me Up" will do that for many. Another great post credit scene that's genuinely a jaw-dropper. Don't know about Oscars. pic.twitter.com/55YSor1PrD
— Clayton Davis (@ByClaytonDavis) October 27, 2022
Orlando Maldonado, a film critic, claimed the picture had a sophistication and depth that is unusual for the MCU.
#WakandaForever is outstanding. It handles loss, grief and revenge with a maturity and seriousness rarely seen in the MCU. Black Panther continues to be their crown jewel. Letitia Wright, Angela Bassett and Tenoch Huerta all bring some of the best acting I've seen all year. pic.twitter.com/ECqGxfEyFi
— Lando @ #TIFF23 (@orlandoenelcine) October 27, 2022
Among many praising MCU newcomer Tenoch Huerta’s performance as the anti-hero Namor is Josie Melendez of The Cherry Pick. Melendez thought it was a fascinating spectacle.
Tenoch Huerta is mesmerizing as Namor. He met all my expectations and EXCEEDED THEM & the underwater shots of this film are to die for 😭 #BlackPanther #WakandaForever
— film posers™️ Josie Meléndez 🇵🇷 (@TheJosieMarie) October 27, 2022
Simu Liu, who plays Shang-Chi in the film, praised the premiere as amazing and said the movie is “a must-watch.”
Incredible night at the #WakandaForever premiere. No spoilers, no words. Speechless in fact. Just watch the damn movie. ♥️ pic.twitter.com/F2VIo39iPZ
— Simu Liu (@SimuLiu) October 27, 2022
According to Geeks of Color owner and creator Dorian Parks, Coogler crafted an epic and poignant sequel that is a great testament to Chadwick Boseman’s legacy.
#WakandaForever is amazing! Coogler delivered an epic and emotional sequel that is an incredible tribute to Chadwick Boseman’s legacy. Letitia Wright, Angela Bassett and Tenoch Huerta give their all in the roles.
This is easily the best movie from phase 4. pic.twitter.com/f8t6NOq8xt
— Dorian Parks (@DorianParksnRec) October 27, 2022
The Hollywood Reporter’s Brian Davids praised every aspect of the film, from the acting to the aesthetics, calling it Marvel’s most heartbreaking and compelling film to date.
Black Panther: #WakandaForever is Marvel's most poignant and powerful film to date. It's heavy and dark in the way that it needed to be, and mostly abandons the studio's trademark tone. The craft work levels up in every conceivable way, and the performances rise to the occasion. pic.twitter.com/aAK7jjRMra
— Brian Davids (@PickYourBrian) October 27, 2022
Rian Johnson, who directed Glass Onion: A Knives Out Mystery, praised the new film Wakanda Forever, calling its artistic style “intimate” and “heartfelt.”
Takes real artistry to make something as huge & expansive as Wakanda Forever feel intimate and heartfelt. All hail the mighty Coogler. Loved it.
— Rian Johnson (@rianjohnson) October 27, 2022