14 powerful reactions from people who have seen “Black Panther”
We know Black Panther just opened, but if you haven’t seen it yet, we need to talk. Because your priorities in life are majorly out of whack. And yes, it is that serious. Don’t believe us? Take a look at the powerful reactions from people who have seen Black Panther, and get ready to feel all the feels.
Picture it: Chadwick Boseman. A story straight out of a Shakespeare play. Michael B. Jordan. Visually stunning CGI. Gorgeous costumes. Michael B. Jordan. A soundtrack that will make you feel like a badass. Lupita Nyong’o. Michael B. Jordan again. (Okay, so we might have a thing for the “technically single” Michael B. Jordan. Who doesn’t?)
But Black Panther isn’t just a movie. It’s a movement. Written and directed by black filmmakers and starring an almost all-black cast, Black Panther marks the first mega-budget motion picture about a black superhero. From hosting voter registration drives at Black Panther screenings, to the crowdfunding efforts used to help send fans of all ages to the theater, the movie’s long-anticipated arrival and inspiring message are being used as a launchpad for creating real change. We couldn’t be more here for it, and we can’t wait to see where it takes us.
After seeing #BlackPanther for a second time, I'm convinced that this film and its message could change the world… https://t.co/LW3yT3QPsf
— Karen Hunter (@karenhunter) February 18, 2018
Here are just some of the powerful reactions from people who have seen Black Panther.
The most Black people, as dark as me, on screen that I’ve ever seen that wasn’t a comedy or period piece about slavery.The powerful use of modern and classic hip hop perfectly blended with Afro jazz and funk to score this movie dope.I’m overwhelmed w/ pride✊🏿#BlackPantherMovie pic.twitter.com/ZPAqCS961k
— ABS ONE (@Abs1er) February 16, 2018
I have tears in my eyes exiting the theater. So overwhelmed with emotion and pride and joy and wonder. Wow. Wow. Wow. #BlackPanther
— Robinne Lee (@robinnelee) February 16, 2018
I am forever changed after watching #BlackPanther yesterday. I literally walk different now. This film has made me want to treat myself and my people even better. I have never been so sad leaving a theater knowing I couldn't buy a one way ticket to Wakanda and never look back. pic.twitter.com/atCOVwPy1W
— NOVA sparks ✨️ (@_inthenova) February 16, 2018
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Attention, Hollywood: Representation matters.
Just cried in the middle of a theater because I saw a little boy pointing excitedly at all the #BlackPanther posters around screaming “HE LOOKS LIKE ME!!” 😭😭😭 #RepresentationMatters
— Janella Angeles 💎 WNB out now! (@janella_angeles) February 18, 2018
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So my mum just saw #BlackPanther…
I'M SCREAMING✊🏽✊🏽✊🏽❤❤❤ pic.twitter.com/dQ6rnptWQl
— Madeline Charlemagne (she/her) (@madelinecharle) February 13, 2018
The kids at Ron Clark Academy turning up because they’re all going to see #BlackPanther is the best thing ever (IG: mrronclark) pic.twitter.com/4htaEOKsUC
— Jasmine (@JasmineLWatkins) February 2, 2018
P.S. The women of Wakanda rule.
She did it for me. I'm going to cut my hair tomorrow. The gym is calling my name. I want to be like her. #BlackPanther pic.twitter.com/tRYHTgPW60
— тнU§σ Mвє∂u (@ThusoMbedu) February 16, 2018
The women of Wakanda saved the republic. And their characters weren’t exaggerated, when you pay attention, that’s what African women have done over the centuries #BlackPanther
— JJ. Omojuwa (@Omojuwa) February 18, 2018
Just saw #BlackPanther, and my girlfriend’s 13-year-old daughter is literally crying because of how powerfully the film portrayed black people, esp black women. Don’t let anyone say this film doesn’t impact how we see ourselves.
— William E. Ketchum III (@WEKetchum) February 16, 2018
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Black Panther even earned Oprah’s seal of approval.
Just saw it with Stedman. It’s Phenomenal!! Layers and layers of it. Wakunda ForEveeeerrrr! #BlackPanther
— Oprah Winfrey (@Oprah) February 18, 2018
It may have only opened on Friday, February 16th, but Black Panther has already shattered box-office records. In just three days, the Marvel mega-hit pulled in an estimated $192 million in the U.S. alone. And the weekend isn’t even over yet!
So, what are you waiting for? Go see Black Panther! Right now.