In my recent blog and long piece, From the Princess and the Frog to Black Panther: Paving the way for black female  representation, I wrote even before the release of the movie why representation in Black Panther is so important. Now I am telling the story from a fans perspective. This is a compilation of some  of the most expressive YouTube videos and tweets of fans about the Marvel/ Disney franchised movie Black Panther. An attempt at explaining why Black Panther is more than a movie, but a political and social movement.

Check out these videos to find out why fans are saying that Black Panther matters.

Black Panther fans in Baltimore
Black Panther fans in Baltimore
To fans Black Panther's a 'game changer'
To fans Black Panther's a 'game changer'
"Black Panther will make history" - A comic book fan's word
"Black Panther will make history" - A comic book fan's word
Wakanda in style!
Wakanda in style!
Fans in Nashville are posing before watching Black Panther
Fans in Nashville are posing before watching Black Panther
To some fans, Black panther is a ‘cultural event’, 'the Promised land’
To some fans, Black panther is a ‘cultural event’, 'the Promised land’
Black Panther Rocks the continent of Africa. Fans are feeling proud and celebrating the first black African superhero in a Hollywood Blockbuster movie
Black Panther Rocks the continent of Africa. Fans are feeling proud and celebrating the first black African superhero in a Hollywood Blockbuster movie
From ABC - Black Panther is "said to shatter stereotypes of the African continent and its people
From ABC - Black Panther is "said to shatter stereotypes of the African continent and its people
According to fans, "Black Panther is a time of celebration" - (Washington Post)
According to fans, "Black Panther is a time of celebration" - (Washington Post)
Ultimate Black Panther fans coming out of the theather in this video by World Of Africa
Ultimate Black Panther fans coming out of the theather in this video by World Of Africa
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Black Panther fans in Baltimore
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To fans Black Panther's a 'game changer'
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"Black Panther will make history" - A comic book fan's word
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Wakanda in style!
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Fans in Nashville are posing before watching Black Panther
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To some fans, Black panther is a ‘cultural event’, 'the Promised land’
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Black Panther Rocks the continent of Africa. Fans are feeling proud and celebrating the first black African superhero in a Hollywood Blockbuster movie
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From ABC - Black Panther is "said to shatter stereotypes of the African continent and its people
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According to fans, "Black Panther is a time of celebration" - (Washington Post)
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Ultimate Black Panther fans coming out of the theather in this video by World Of Africa
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Display of African cultural attires, flash mobs, and Wakandan sketches are just some of the ways fans have chosen to express their joy over the release of Black Panther. Wakanda may not be real, but the emotions it triggers, particularly among black people is real. The meaning of Black Panther is as real as its inspirational and motivational potential, its capacity of reminding black people of the inner greatness that lies within them, its ability in instilling in black minds powerful dreams to help them believe in their potential and reach for the stars.

Black Panther has been released for only two weeks and it has got the whole world on its toes. From fans who watch the movie several times to others who dressed up in traditional African clothing, the celebration has known no bounds. I’ve actually seen the movie twice and plan on watching it a third time because I also feel connected in a way I’ve never felt with any superhero movie before. I understand the importance of a different portrayal of people who look like you in the big screen.

 

These tweets are saying it all!

 

Other fans gave the movie a big 10 out 10 review.

What would Black Panther be without proper superhero cosplay!

 

Finally, some fans have felt that one movie about Black Panther, about black excellence is not enough.

 

And to put the last touch, a Wakandan dance by Black Panther fans recreating a T’Challa moment.

 

What are your stance about having a sequel of Black Panther?

By the way, have you seen Black Panther more than once? Share your experience with us.

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