Black Panther

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RazvMay 7, 2018

One of the weakest movies marvel has put out. Very poorly developed characters and very standard, generic action scenes. Nothing special or interesting about it.

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NasherMay 28, 2018

Average score for an average movie.

The story was kinda boring, the characters didn't have much character, the CGI was iffy.

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jgzegerFeb 13, 2019

This is a well-made film with a lot of visual appeal, but comic book stories aren't my cup of tea. I also had some difficulty understanding what was going on as many of the characters spoke with African accents. As a result, I bailed afterThis is a well-made film with a lot of visual appeal, but comic book stories aren't my cup of tea. I also had some difficulty understanding what was going on as many of the characters spoke with African accents. As a result, I bailed after about 40 minutes.… Expand

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dougal83Mar 13, 2018

Racists will love it. The only way brown people can succeed is with outside help. Along comes aid money, oops! I mean magic metal. Then there are characters fighting for an ethnostate. :/ Other than than just some run of the mill shallowRacists will love it. The only way brown people can succeed is with outside help. Along comes aid money, oops! I mean magic metal. Then there are characters fighting for an ethnostate. :/ Other than than just some run of the mill shallow entertainment.… Expand

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imafallguyMar 11, 2018

A culturally relevant- and long overdo- blockbuster film featuring a superhero based on a highly underrepresented minority; bravo for that. Trouble is, Black Panther just isn’t a good movie.

I’m sure some of my disappointment stems from theA culturally relevant- and long overdo- blockbuster film featuring a superhero based on a highly underrepresented minority; bravo for that. Trouble is, Black Panther just isn’t a good movie.

I’m sure some of my disappointment stems from the fact that I haven’t had the crushing experience of consuming media my entire life wherein the protagonist doesn’t resemble me, then finally seeing a mega-budget Hollywood spectacle featuring a superhero who does (I’m white). I can intellectualize it- and think it must be a revelation- but I’m not able to truly feel the same weight of the film that an African-American might.

Unable to fully absorb the film’s weight, I’m left to judge the movie solely on its merits as entertainment. I’m sure the movie loses something when those two things are divorced from one another, but for better or worse, it’s the only perspective I’ve got.

Black Panther’s acting was hit or miss, the action sequences were shot in a way that made them nearly impossible to follow (even a massive suspension of disbelief isn’t enough to get over the total obliteration of physics), and while the storyline was fairly straightforward, it’s presented in a superficial and confusing way with zero emotional impact. Also, there’s a special material that’s central to the plot and it’s beyond ridiculous. The stuff can very literally just do and be anything and everything the script calls for, it’s a bridge way, way, way too far. On the plus side, the setting was unique and impressive and the women warriors were portrayed as fierce, highly intelligent and principled. And, of course, Andy Serkis was his usual scene stealing self.

It’s a Marvel movie- and a subpar one at that- only elevated by its cultural significance (which, however, shouldn’t be the least bit minimized).… Expand

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SavageeRancorAug 7, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A break from the mold of character origin story. and that all it has going for it… Expand

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ComandanteCobraFeb 26, 2019

It is the definition of "Average". Average story, average acting, dull action sequences, prevedible and forced morals, average fx (mostly explosions), some likable characters (like M'Baku or Zuri) and more than some irritating ones (likeIt is the definition of "Average". Average story, average acting, dull action sequences, prevedible and forced morals, average fx (mostly explosions), some likable characters (like M'Baku or Zuri) and more than some irritating ones (like Shuri, Okoye, W'Kabi), plain villain, lots of un-necessary CGI, and it's...well...a little childish.
The only aspect that I liked was the introduction of Wakanda in the Marvel universe after a little glimpse in other movies
But I do not agree to all the praise that this movie received...there are tons of better superheroes flicks out there and I liked Age of Ultron version of Black Panther more… Expand

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dislexicpotatoApr 14, 2019

The film is quite different from most MCU films and I appreciate the representation of the film, however it is very forgettable with little to no WOW factor.

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kevinbrownSep 16, 2018

Watched Black Panther yesterday. Good movie overall, but definitely overrated.

For once, the MCU entertainment formula didn't serve its purpose in a movie where the absence of formulaic comedy would have been gladly taken. As opposed toWatched Black Panther yesterday. Good movie overall, but definitely overrated.

For once, the MCU entertainment formula didn't serve its purpose in a movie where the absence of formulaic comedy would have been gladly taken.

As opposed to Thor: Ragnarok, The Avengers or Iron Man, Black Panther had several opportunities to make the jump from 'everyday comic book movie' to Sci-Fi Must - as 'Star Wars' Must, the kind of must where you can picture yourself wandering in Wakanda, a fictive country with a universe bigger to discover than all of the Marvel Cinematic Universe as a whole.

So what can we say about this movie? Well, obviously the missed opportunities to reach higher grounds. Which appears more and more frustrating as the movie goes on.

Is it true to the MCU? Yes, sure.

Too much? Yes, as the limit can be seen from the moment when the plot is given straight forward, just like every other MCU movie where this formulaic template follows. From then on, the magic you felt up to the second half of the movie is slowly fading away.

So much potential going to waste yet again, thanks to a cinematic universe.

If you are a Marvel fan, watch it.

If you're more into movies, don't.… Expand

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papi_tescoMar 11, 2019

um yea this movie got nominated for best picture when on a technical level doesn't do much more than incredible hulk 2008. it has a terrible script with a poorly written villain portrayed by an actor who just stood there reading lines off aum yea this movie got nominated for best picture when on a technical level doesn't do much more than incredible hulk 2008. it has a terrible script with a poorly written villain portrayed by an actor who just stood there reading lines off a script adding nothing to the character or performance. the effects where god awful looking clunky and robotic and at often times laughable. it has dated jokes being spouted out by one note forgettable characters to me they achieve the same levels of laziness every action set piece aside from the car chase was boring and the score was nothing special it was just stock action music with bongos over the top of it except all black panther does better was Chadwick baseman was alright. and i see everyone going on about how this is the first black lead superhero movie when it isn't there where 3 blade movies that came out before it and also people say it has some ground breaking political commentary but the closest thing to racial commentary it has is black man says lets kill all white people and other black man says no mass genocide is bad
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PsykoklaptorskeMar 19, 2018

I found my self remembering Shaft. Shaft was a "Black" Dirty Harry to my eye. And Shaft was entertaining, also for a white kid like me. I didn't see skincolours. I felt a bit relegated to the Blacksploitation era of Shaft, when I watched thisI found my self remembering Shaft. Shaft was a "Black" Dirty Harry to my eye. And Shaft was entertaining, also for a white kid like me. I didn't see skincolours. I felt a bit relegated to the Blacksploitation era of Shaft, when I watched this movie. Sure it was entertaining. Sure the actors were ok. Sure the story was ok. And again, it served its purpose. It kept me entertained. But it wasn't precisely high art. It was just entertaining.

If You expect politics with this one, better know your real world politics first. Wakanda is pretty much as Nationalistic as South Africa was during Apartheid. So please. Try to leave the politics out of it and see it as entertainment.… Expand

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NIneTailKitsuneApr 1, 2018

Your average Marvel/superhero blockbuster plus some bad jokes and an all-black cast (which is significant but does not automatically mean the film is good) and some African heritage sprinkled in which is a nice addition to these types ofYour average Marvel/superhero blockbuster plus some bad jokes and an all-black cast (which is significant but does not automatically mean the film is good) and some African heritage sprinkled in which is a nice addition to these types of movies. Also features OK CGI (according to regular standards) but is lackluster compared to some other superhero movies.… Expand

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salazarjSep 15, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have to say, while it is an entertaining movie, it is not the monstruous marvel most people are claming it out to be. I don't know if it was the fact that the Black Panther was teased and introduced in Civil War in a way that made me heighten my expectations, but I came out heavily disappointed.

The visuals are good, taking out some details here and there, but while I was expecting them to elaborate more on T'Challa's character, I found out it was just an empty shell when it came to character development and an engaging plot. I honestly expected a lot more than I've got, and there wasn't a single redeeming quality throughout the film that could save it. It seems that it was placed to glorify black actors that, while they have been underappreciated, it just was made in such a way that turned overall ridiculous, like a sort of 'empowerment' and 'coolness' that just wasn't there because the writers didn't bother with a well-developed script. They could have made a much more interesting story out of what they had to work with, and instead it just felt like a b-side to merely set some background for what's to come (infinity war).

T'Challa's character was bland and uninteresting, lacked a backbone and depth. A major disappointment, since he was depicted differently in CACW. Nakia was plain as well, which I found unfair for such a talented actress, and while they tried to make her more at some points, I felt like their efforts fell flat. Her kiss at the end with the king had as much chemistry as the one between Sharon and Steve in CACW. I wish they stopped pushing pointless 'romantic' relationships and focused more on the characters as complex people and their development.

Shuri was so-so. I feel like I would have liked her more if they'd worked more on her, but whatever. The villain's motivations where aimless and clichéd, and I feel like everyone is trying to make him more than what he really is. A resented child in a disfunctional home who thinks it's okay to bend everyone to their will because he says so. Boring.

The rest of the characters... don't even ask me. When you make the secondary characters be as uninteresting as they managed here, despite having good things to work with, you know you're doing a **** job.

(By the way, Okoye and W'Kabi's relationship? Pointless, unnecessary, they tried to add depth to their actions by taking this shortcut. No wonder it failed).

Overall, it was entertaining, the kind of entertaining you find a movie on a sunday when you're home bored and have nothing else to watch. Eat some popcorn, watch some mindless entertainment. I think actually some movies should be made for the sake of entertainment alone, but not all of them. And honestly? This sort of crossed the line.… Expand

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OnaskOct 21, 2018

Black Panther, la película más sobrevalorada del Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel. Qué decir... Me pareció un verdadero tostón. Un villano completamente absurdo, una trama que meh completamente lenta y algunas escenas "dramáticas" paraBlack Panther, la película más sobrevalorada del Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel. Qué decir... Me pareció un verdadero tostón. Un villano completamente absurdo, una trama que meh completamente lenta y algunas escenas "dramáticas" para llorar pero de la risa. Recalcar mi infinito odio a Shuri, no soporto a ese personaje. Yo no la volvería a ver en mi vida, pero para aquellos que les guste el superhéroe o estén muy metidos en el MCU, recomendada, supongo.… Expand

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MycoldpatrolDec 6, 2018

It´s the most overrated movie of the year, it´s not even the best MCU movie.

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GamalaMar 8, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was a semi good movie till they killed of the villain. Sadly the movie was only half way tru at that point. Rest of the movie is just two groups of different kind of racists fighting which kinda of racist they are going to be, mostly it doesn't make any sense since the new villain and his followers seem to be out of place and their motives don't seem believable. p.s. Why did they act like monkeys at one point?… Expand

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Moviemaniac123Mar 8, 2019

Defiantly the most overrated film of 2018 but in no way bad. Costume design is very unique. Plot is somewhat loss but interesting. It felt kind of preachy which was annoying but not movie ruining. basically its a ok marvel movie which was funDefiantly the most overrated film of 2018 but in no way bad. Costume design is very unique. Plot is somewhat loss but interesting. It felt kind of preachy which was annoying but not movie ruining. basically its a ok marvel movie which was fun but maybe not a movie I would come back to… Expand

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Wavy_YeezyMay 4, 2019

Disappointed by this movie. People hyped it up way too much. I did enjoy characters like T'challa quite a lot but the story just wasn't too great. Super overrated movie.

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AndrewDPMay 11, 2019

The movie is okay, nothing too special. I really didn't like the racism which yes I know you've seen many people talk about I'm sure and I'm sure you're thinking "Well white people are the cause of racism everywhere!!!" to that I say that'sThe movie is okay, nothing too special. I really didn't like the racism which yes I know you've seen many people talk about I'm sure and I'm sure you're thinking "Well white people are the cause of racism everywhere!!!" to that I say that's not the point. condemn racism of all. Anyway the plot is fine I suppose. The only character I liked throughout the film was T'Challa (Chadwick Boseman) he was likable for the most part. My problem is that there was no scene that really stuck with me like all the other films in the MCU and for that it was pretty boring. The acting is brilliant however. They made the scenes a lot more believable. I did like the idea of Wakanda being technologically superior surrounded by third world poverty and the moral dilemmas it could bring up (However unrealistic) It's a lot like the comics in some ways but despite everything good, the clear political agendas really take away from the experience. This film would have been AMAZING if only people like the film for the contents of the characters and not the race of the characters.… Expand

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Odin777Feb 17, 2018

This movie is vastly overrated. Though the productions design and acting is solid, it doesn't make up for the terrible CGI and heavy handed political message. I really hoped the politics would just be in the commentary about the film, butThis movie is vastly overrated. Though the productions design and acting is solid, it doesn't make up for the terrible CGI and heavy handed political message. I really hoped the politics would just be in the commentary about the film, but sadly the film dives head first right into the discussion. I just want Hollywood to tell good stories without becoming over political hogwash...that would be so nice.… Expand

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pnoyfilmtvadikFeb 17, 2018

The message of this film couldn't be any more current, important and clear. This is probably why critics like this film so much. But it is still A FILM in 2018. I felt it needed better acting skills from most of the cast, better directing,The message of this film couldn't be any more current, important and clear. This is probably why critics like this film so much. But it is still A FILM in 2018. I felt it needed better acting skills from most of the cast, better directing, better special effects, better fight scenes and better writing to get an above 80 meta score.… Expand

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HTGamerFeb 19, 2018

Black Panther is a good but not great superhero film. Certainly it's not superb, as the SJW critics may have led you to believe.

It's amazing to view the fictional Wakanda country in film, a technologically advanced african state isolatedBlack Panther is a good but not great superhero film. Certainly it's not superb, as the SJW critics may have led you to believe.

It's amazing to view the fictional Wakanda country in film, a technologically advanced african state isolated from the outside world and posing as a 3rd world country. Black Panther's tech and gadgets rival those of Iron Man and Batman. And certainly it's refreshing to view elements of african culture.

Unfortunately Black Panther is a film more concerned about not sparking any kind of controversy and appealing to SJWs than telling a captivating story. Marvel movies have usually been average in the storyline department (except for a few great movies like Captain America: The Winter Soldier) but Black Panther suffers in this respect. It's not just the SJW undertone which I dislike. It's a story a bit too similar to Disney's The Lion King, and everything's predictable. The street car chase in South Korea is fantastic but battles are underwhelming, and the final one is a big mess. The Black Panther vs Killmonger fight is really bad. Other than Black Panther's throne there was not really anything bigger at stake, despite the efforts of the writers to add a sense of danger because Wakandan weaponry may spread out of the fictional country's borders.

Also the Black Panther movie is not really connected to the wider MCU, aside from the inclusion of Agent Ross from Civil War and the return of Ulysses Klaw from Avengers: Age of Ultron.

I like Chadwick Boseman posing as Black Panther, but the movie was a slight disappointment for me. I hope his next solo movie will be better. Now he's set to come back in Avengers: Infinity War.… Expand

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DufusPsychicFeb 18, 2018

Extremely mediocre and often ponderous film that tries to trade one set of clichés about Africa for another. Somehow it's being talked about as 'important', but for all its well-intended and rather limited redress of colonialism, it's reallyExtremely mediocre and often ponderous film that tries to trade one set of clichés about Africa for another. Somehow it's being talked about as 'important', but for all its well-intended and rather limited redress of colonialism, it's really more of the same in another form. For some reason, all the actors are forced to use an exaggerated 'nowhere we know in Africa' accent, that makes it about as progressive as an episode of 'Allo 'Allo. It's a curious Western fantasy of high-technology, magic weapons, and mag-lev trains, but also of people who are ruled just as much by violence, monarchy and tradition (while maintaining an abiding love of ceremony, mask-wearing, totemic animals, dancing, patterned fabrics and riding armour plated Rhinos). Therefore it's assumptions are largely shaped by the very colonialism it apparently sets out to critique. What it probably does reveal is a confusion around attitudes to Africa at the border of US identity politics. The resulting mess is interesting to think about, but as a film is over-long and crawls to a somewhat predictable end. However, by playing the game of positing a mythical technically superior African nation, it both reshapes Africa to be like the West, while revealing that it is the only standard it thinks anything is worth measuring something by. Even the idea of Africa bringing 'aid' to America was wasted in sincerity, rather than rye satire. Again this is because it honours the foreign saviour myth it really should have done a job of demystifying.… Expand

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yosemiteFeb 20, 2018

A decent film, it has been seriously over hyped and over rated. Pros: great visuals and technical imagery. Well cast and the story is o.k.. now the cons. Actor's accents difficult to decipher. A blend of Star Wars, Lion King and Harry Potter,A decent film, it has been seriously over hyped and over rated. Pros: great visuals and technical imagery. Well cast and the story is o.k.. now the cons. Actor's accents difficult to decipher. A blend of Star Wars, Lion King and Harry Potter, it reaches the level of none of those. Some scenes drag on. Nowhere near as good as Iron Man or Wonder Woman. Marvel Studios are flooding the theaters with offerings. Some are better than others. This is one of the others… Expand

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jmanscott95Feb 21, 2018

Pretty good but not as amazing as everyone says it was. Apparently, this special metal vibranium somehow allows them to have better technology than Tony Stark. I don't have too much issue with that but I think it should be explained on howPretty good but not as amazing as everyone says it was. Apparently, this special metal vibranium somehow allows them to have better technology than Tony Stark. I don't have too much issue with that but I think it should be explained on how this metal allows them to create false, holographic borders to surround their city. Michael B Jordan was an underwhelming villain but not the worst I've ever seen. This movie got a lot more hype than it deserved maybe because it did reach an additional market than most other superhero movies.… Expand

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twavizzleFeb 26, 2018

This is a meh.. just another boring movie that's just passable for entertainment..oh and kill whitey was a undercurrent. good stuff.

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JarodyFeb 18, 2018

One word: Overrated. "Black Panther" is so ridiculously overrated by fans and critics alike it's incredible, although I can see why. The film makes such a great statement in the celebration of African culture, that it's not hard to see whyOne word: Overrated. "Black Panther" is so ridiculously overrated by fans and critics alike it's incredible, although I can see why. The film makes such a great statement in the celebration of African culture, that it's not hard to see why critics like it so much. However this does not a good movie make, and the fact that a large number of fans would consider those who dislike the movie "racists" is absolutely outstanding to me. The first half of the movie is so unessacary and boring, that the majority of it could have been completely removed from the film without making any difference to the main plot whatsoever. In fact, the movie technically starts about halfway into the running time, as that's when the actual story kicks in. The special effects are very average and under-par, which was rather dissapointing for me considering this is a Disney movie, who recently released quite possibly one of the most stunningly beautiful movies ever- Star Wars: The Last Jedi. The green screen is painstakingly obvious at points that it made me forget what was actually going on, and it actually ruins one of the most emotional moments of the movie for me. A lot of the acting is rather poor, and even the main cast (except one who I'll mention later) are surprisingly average. However, the movie really picks up speed towards the second half of the movie, there are a lot less unessacary jokes and the story actually becomes rather interesting. I want to watch the movie again just to see the second half, as that is the most exciting part of the production. The finale is thrilling and although the choreography wasn't great it was still amazing to watch. The second half is also when the best part of the movie comes into play- Michael B.Jordan. He puts in a stellar performance, and I was so much more interested in his character than I was with almost everyone else. He is the most developed marvel villain in a long time. Other than that there weren't very many positives, and although this movie is a fantastic celebration of culture it has many issues unknown to blinded fans and critics.… Expand

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EvilClownApr 14, 2018

underwhelmed. When the armored rhinos came charging, it hit me how silly the screenplay was when it wasn’t being preachy. Your civilization has all this sci-fi tech but you use it for armored rhinos. Maybe they’re in the comic—which I haveunderwhelmed. When the armored rhinos came charging, it hit me how silly the screenplay was when it wasn’t being preachy. Your civilization has all this sci-fi tech but you use it for armored rhinos. Maybe they’re in the comic—which I have not read, but it came off as the film-set-in-Africa equivalent of the proverbial sharks with friggin’ laser beams. It was one of many dopey moments that took me out of the moment—a cardinal sin when I watch a film. It’s too bad the screenplay is so weak, because the actors are giving it their all with some great performances, and many of the special effects are strong—although undermined by the handful are embarrassingly badly rendered. Great soundtrack too. But the screenplay? Yes, it’s a superhero flick, but this needed a rewrite.… Expand

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egoBorderAug 8, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is shockingly bad, considering how late it comes into the Marvel Cinematic Universe. I have a lot to go through, but the short version is that if you're looking for anything other than a time-killer this will probably disappoint you.

Let's get one thing out of the way: while Black Panther is undeniably cool and sets a standard for diversity, the entire premise of Wakanda is troubled. I can't knock the movie too much for this, considering they must have wanted to stay true to the source material. But it would all have gone down a lot easier if Wakanda's timeline was shortened to a few generations. It is simply too big a pill to swallow to believe a super-advanced society has existed for millenia while Africa has been getting **** over. Your mileage may vary on this, but personally I hoped the movie would make this aspect more palatable.

The first thing I noticed was the movie's poor cinematography and awful CGI. The opening action setpiece takes place at night, and you'll just have to imagine what is happening because no amount of adjusting the picture will let you see anything. Obviously it's a challenge to portray a man dressed all in black stealthily taking out some bad guys at night. But a more gifted filmmaker would have found a way to at least imply BP's movement (i.e. muzzle flashes or moonlight glinting off the shiny parts of his suit) in the scene. This is by far the worst example, though the final battle against Killmonger is also a bit confusing. However, the movie in general has a lot of static shots that just don't bring any dynamism. The CGI in the entire movie is poor and really sours the amazing choreography. By comparison, the opening CGI story of Wakanda and the scenes in the Ancestral Realm fit those scene much better.

The story isn't awful as a whole, but it clearly needed a rewrite to focus all the elements. As it is, the movie is part origin story, part coming-of-age, part social commentary, part comeback tale--but not one element feels satisfying. It's good that the movie is ambitious enough to give each of its plotlines room to develop, but in the end nothing bears fruit in a movie that is overlong.

The acting is generally fine, at least as much as could be with the poor writing. None of the characters have much depth, so each scene relies heavily on plot to move it forward rather than any human elements that engage the audience. The only exception is Michael B. Jordan, who seemed to really get into his character's head. Unfortunately his villain makes some pretty outlandish leaps in logic by the end and it's hard to sympathize with him. The two other standouts were Letitia Wright as Shuri and Andy Serkis as Ulysses Klaue. Both seem to be having a lot of fun with their respective roles and light up the screen when they're on it. Chadwick Boseman, unfortunately, falls short of being charismatic, rarely stepping beyond "noble hero" territory.

Black Panther isn't the worst movie ever made, not even the worst MCU movie out there. But considering how much the MCU has matured in 10 years, it is surprisingly devoid of nuance and originality. I hope future entries in this character's story find their footing and boldness since the potential is clearly there both in the source material and the assembled cast present here.… Expand

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SpiffsmithMar 24, 2018

Black Panther is an entertaining way to spend an afternoon but I didn't feel the impact that I was expecting after reading the critics' reviews. It's a standard superhero movie with fun action, a predictable story line, and a few charactersBlack Panther is an entertaining way to spend an afternoon but I didn't feel the impact that I was expecting after reading the critics' reviews. It's a standard superhero movie with fun action, a predictable story line, and a few characters who have depth to them. There is nothing wrong with the movie but it has nothing special as well.… Expand

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timpfelMay 13, 2018

A fine superhero movie but has some pacing issues so it feels longer than it is (dare I say boring at times).

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TheAeroNautMay 4, 2018

leaving the politics this movie brings behind, it's just your run of the mill superheroe movie, with all of it's CGI and cliches.

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prasanthriverMay 17, 2018

A very predictable story line is the biggest drawback of the movie. CG, BACKGROUND SCORE and ACTORS carry the movie on their shoulder.Stunt sequences were captivating 50% of the time. Just to sum up, not worth the hype . My credits goes toA very predictable story line is the biggest drawback of the movie. CG, BACKGROUND SCORE and ACTORS carry the movie on their shoulder.Stunt sequences were captivating 50% of the time. Just to sum up, not worth the hype . My credits goes to the casting director, CG guys and the actors.… Expand

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DaggerrimFeb 22, 2019

It's not a bad movie it's just not a marvel movie. I don't know why the critics said it's the best marvel movie of all time even though it's probably one of the worst, but of course nothing can beat the horrible Captain Marvel movie.

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DarthKevinFeb 22, 2018

It was a decent movie. I liked it, but the messaging was annoying.

T'Challa and pretty much all of the Wakandan's were great. Loved the music, loved the costuming, loved the African lore, art direction, fight choreography, CGI, and most ofIt was a decent movie. I liked it, but the messaging was annoying.

T'Challa and pretty much all of the Wakandan's were great.

Loved the music, loved the costuming, loved the African lore, art direction, fight choreography, CGI, and most of the acting.

The story was ok, but I didn't like the tie-ins to America. They should have kept it local, in the surrounding countries, where there's real tyranny that needs addressing, even now.

Klaue was a pretty cool antagonist. His character received much more development than the main antagonist, Killmonger... which makes little sense.

Jordan did a fine job, playing the role he was dealt, but I couldn't stand the self-entitled ****

I did appreciate that they kept it more serious in tone. Hate forced humor.… Expand

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SquodgyPlebJul 5, 2018

Very overhyped movie, just like almost every MCU movie out there. It's just such an oversaturated market these days. The jokes were just cringey, the vfx were bad as well. Not only that, the plot, was just so formulaic and predictable. IVery overhyped movie, just like almost every MCU movie out there. It's just such an oversaturated market these days. The jokes were just cringey, the vfx were bad as well. Not only that, the plot, was just so formulaic and predictable. I understand the social aspects surrounding this film, but in the end it is a film and should be treated as such. As a film, it is at best average, and that's being a bit generous.… Expand

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MondayQBJun 1, 2018

Culturally important. Not an innovative plot, dialog brutally stilted. Worth seeing, but don't expect great cinema.

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norseMar 3, 2018

Black Panther was a bit of a disappointment after a lot of flawless MCU movies.

The acting, the photography and the underlying story were fabulous. Where the film fell down was in pacing and the writing - most characters lacked complexityBlack Panther was a bit of a disappointment after a lot of flawless MCU movies.

The acting, the photography and the underlying story were fabulous.

Where the film fell down was in pacing and the writing - most characters lacked complexity and emotional depth. Oddly enough, the only characters who came across as comparatively interesting were the villains or unsympathetic ones, the cast of the good guys came across as just a bit too one dimensionally goodie two shoes.… Expand

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kegboygsr23May 11, 2018

Interesting concept on the base Marvel movies but its just Wonder women over agian. Long and unoriginal. I think its just a money graber just like Free Willy

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yekimevolFeb 26, 2018

This movie has the standard gorgeous effects, fight scenes and soundtrack of a Marvel movie but the storyline and characters were so predictable it was painful I was bored very quickly in the movie.

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paulraisedFeb 3, 2019

The first half is ok, the second is not. Characters are very cool, but the pace of the movie is way too slow, thirty minutes too long at the least. Action scenes are few, and the center of the plot is a royal family feud. Not very superhero-esque.

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rfm2May 21, 2018

The definition of mediocre. Bland, poorly acted villain; exceedingly boring plot; forgettable soundtrack. Little character development for protagonist.

Glad I waited to rent this.

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xortimFeb 20, 2019

There are a lot of positives for this movie and some of the set pieces are truly remarkable. The only real negatives about this movie is the dialog and a few moments of phoned-in CG

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nkukMay 8, 2018

This has to be the most over-rated, over-hyped film I've ever seen. The story is flimsy, deeply unoriginal and you can tell what is going to happen every step of the way. The plot is so formulaic and obvious its ridiculous.

The acting isThis has to be the most over-rated, over-hyped film I've ever seen. The story is flimsy, deeply unoriginal and you can tell what is going to happen every step of the way. The plot is so formulaic and obvious its ridiculous.

The acting is average and the action sequences were nothing new. The setting is nice but everything else about the movie is average. Definitely doesn't live up to the hype.… Expand

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Jaredc324May 16, 2019

Black Panther is a sub-ordinary superhero flick that is riding of its cultural effect. Put aside the fact that the characters aren't typical white Americans, BP is a simple action trek that we've seen plenty times before and that we'll seeBlack Panther is a sub-ordinary superhero flick that is riding of its cultural effect. Put aside the fact that the characters aren't typical white Americans, BP is a simple action trek that we've seen plenty times before and that we'll see plenty of times again.… Expand

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LoletinAlexisJun 3, 2018

Screenplay adapted from Iron Man 1 (for the umpteenth time), deficient CGI and pitiful action scenes. Chadwick Boseman made me sleep the first hour.
Undoubtedly, one of the worst movies of the MCU.

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CyanhighlandMar 12, 2018

For such a hyped experience across the internet one would expect more than just the average Marvel film, but that's all this was, an average Marvel film. While it has its moments with performances from actors such as Chadwick Boseman and AndyFor such a hyped experience across the internet one would expect more than just the average Marvel film, but that's all this was, an average Marvel film. While it has its moments with performances from actors such as Chadwick Boseman and Andy Serkis, it just doesn't end up as well put together as previous Marvel films like Thor or Guardians did. With an over abundance of CGI fights, a predictable plot, and some really bad jokes, it just doesn't hold up and won't hold up later in the future. As a fan on the MCU this ended up with a 6, however if I was not a fan of this universe it'd probably be a 4.… Expand

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AMasterpieceFanJan 3, 2019

Critics overrate this one to go so far as rate it higher than Infinity War.

PROS: Great worldbuilding (+2) Interesting concept (+2) CONS: Mediocre plot (-4) Uninteresting characters (-3) Boring and bland fights (-1) FINAL VERDICT: 6/10Critics overrate this one to go so far as rate it higher than Infinity War.

PROS:
Great worldbuilding (+2)
Interesting concept (+2)

CONS:
Mediocre plot (-4)
Uninteresting characters (-3)
Boring and bland fights (-1)

FINAL VERDICT: 6/10

Pretty mediocre, can't agree with critics on this one. I am glad to see the user score do the justice though.… Expand

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RadReviewerFeb 8, 2019

Fun story and Wakanda looks pretty spectacular... But... What in the world did the CG specialist think they were doing?? Horrid sound mashing, inhuman CGI on the humans. Good but leave massive room for improvement

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mecheng03Mar 9, 2019

Could have been great but they decided to cop out making the bad guy "good" and cheaped out on CGI for the final fight scene. The supporting cast is pretty good but it gets old how all of their tech just magically solves all the problems.Could have been great but they decided to cop out making the bad guy "good" and cheaped out on CGI for the final fight scene. The supporting cast is pretty good but it gets old how all of their tech just magically solves all the problems. There are a lot more issues with this movie but at least it's better than CPT Marvel which isn't really saying all that much. I can't believe that this won a few Oscars and that it was even considered for best pic... The bar has been set.… Expand

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DemoraseFeb 18, 2018

Black Panther is just yet another generic, sluggish, Marvel superhero movie with some Lion King flavor thrown in for good measure. And it would be completely forgettable if it wasn't for the bafflingly high "professional" review scores whichBlack Panther is just yet another generic, sluggish, Marvel superhero movie with some Lion King flavor thrown in for good measure. And it would be completely forgettable if it wasn't for the bafflingly high "professional" review scores which would have you believe this is the pinnacle of filmmaking. Sad times to be a movie fan, sad times indeed.… Expand

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Tyffen123Mar 6, 2018

Marvel's Black Panther is in itself a cliche from the fact that it utilises every trick in the book of super hero movies. Nothing special going on... A generic love story, one interesting and one boring villain, an apocalypse kind of storyMarvel's Black Panther is in itself a cliche from the fact that it utilises every trick in the book of super hero movies. Nothing special going on... A generic love story, one interesting and one boring villain, an apocalypse kind of story mixed with cringeworthy dialouge and bad CGI.

Now for the more controversial part; "The Black oppression myth" as I like to call it.

Hang on, I do know the history of slavery in the Americas, but it's not about that. Black Panther has a black superiority and victimhood complex. The characters of the movie joke around with words like "colonizer" and "white boy" (to make them look immature) frequently. They (the villains) aren't shy about talking of a global white genocide either.

Basically; this movie's plot is of a prince becoming king of a fantastical hidden african country with super strict border controls and tribal culture together with alien like technology...… Expand

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GittoploMay 7, 2018

A film of two halves. First half was cool, edgy and fun. The second half a bit clueless and ponderous. All in all, very strong moments but underwhelming towards the end. Fun watch but unfortunately I won't be reaching out for it again.A film of two halves. First half was cool, edgy and fun. The second half a bit clueless and ponderous. All in all, very strong moments but underwhelming towards the end. Fun watch but unfortunately I won't be reaching out for it again. Doesn't have the same rewatchability of Dr Strange. Solid 6.… Expand

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KaustavApr 25, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Here are some reasons why you should watch Black Panther:
1) The Cast - It is filled by some fantastic performers. It is a shame it is necessary to identify it as a people of color's representation come to fruition film to begin with when there was this much talent to deal with. I mean they have Forest Whitaker, Angela Bassett, Sterling Brown, Letitia Wright (who got to answer one of the most empty questions I have ever heard in this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0rskukzUgAs), Daniel Kaluuya and even Martin Freeman and Andy Serkis, who despite being 'tolkien white guys' showed more caliber in the few minutes they had than most actors in MCEU if the same standards are concerned.
2) The Suit, The Power and The Metal - It is seriously some cool vfx work
3) You saw the trailer and you love the music 'Bagbak' by Vince Staples and you need to see the movie. I will spoil this for you, it is not in the movie and leads to the sensation that the trailer was way more enjoyable than the whole movie. That is not wholly true and if you really want to watch it, you should. And if you do watch it, write a review about it even if it is just for yourself. I have a feeling that it might be a watershed moment for your politico-personal reality.

BP is a bit like BP. It is all about moderation and it's message, mercifully does just that. Advocate rebuilding a better world instead of spreading hate on the basis of injustices that happened long past and will do us no good to punish ourselves and others over now.
Unfortunately, whole black cast and representation and women in power **** made it in the movie peripherals through the casting and what it meant to make this movie. Hearing people ask questions about race-based questions that won't affect the movies or the people in any good way is not healthy. Art is seriously not a democracy and people will not stop casting their favorites in movies, irrespective of this people of color induced messages and whatnot. If you want a story told and seen in your particular style, make it yourself and let the audiences judge it out with their views. This movie has done more to polarize its audiences, using the political climates of its targeted audiences as an impetus to publicize its popularity. While there is nothing legally or logically wrong with that, it does make me a bit sad since most superhero movies are archetypal stories that unify with a common goal.
It is not that this movie didn't try. Except it didn't stick because the character, T'Challa who gives this message of making the better choice has no way to reaching to you. Why does he believe that? Why should we believe him? Should we just root for him because he is the main character and he wears the Black Panther suit?! Probably, only because of Boseman's amazing voice and the Wakanda accent being used to say, "...I never freeze."

Michael B. Jordan's acting career definitely got a new lease of life because of Erik Killmonger(sure would have been nice to get some backdrop on how his past life with a surname like that) and his story. He speaks the truth about pain and suffering, both about the personal and the community life he's had but he also repeats a fundamentalist lie as he is biased and messed up and nobody (except in superhero lore) goes as far and as haphazardly as he does to get revenge. Weirdly, i found a parallel between Spider-man: Homecoming as I watched these two movies back to back. Tony Stark says, "If you are nothing without the suit, you shouldn't have it(the suit)." While Peter Parker rises above that assumption and comes home to the best suit of his lifetime, T'Challa seems far too much with the suit than without it, as he gets ass handed to him by Killmonger in the battle for the throne. Whether that in itself is too much of a burden to pull down the Franchise by itself is a question every viewer must decide by themselves. What the main character desperately needed was a more deeper look into his story and perhaps a bit more time to make as a big as he does. But nonetheless, I respect Boseman. He is 40 and still has worked for his first huge break (Let's be honest, even Denzel Washington only recently realized that the man he invested, monetarily but without return clauses, in has hit big).

I am somewhat happy that Black Panther exists. I have some small bits of its comic representation and creativity involved in the art of things that vibrantium is associated with is beautiful and this movie brings that to the visual medium. I am grateful for that and for the Wakanda accents, which is so much fun to listen and to speak, it is rough and welcoming. BP is flawed and over-simplistic story given too much credit but maybe the world has been starving for this for too long. You have to watch it to make your mind.… Expand

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LiloLightMar 7, 2018

Nothing special. Both the contents and characters do not make any special thing to me. Its would be the step for avenger and cash-cow action of Disney

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drf0053Mar 20, 2018

This review contains spoilers*********

We are introduced to the technologic and advanced civilization of Wakanda very early on. Then we are introduced to it again when Everet Ross enters Wakanda. Why not start with that instead of doing itThis review contains spoilers*********

We are introduced to the technologic and advanced civilization of Wakanda very early on. Then we are introduced to it again when Everet Ross enters Wakanda. Why not start with that instead of doing it twice? Wakanda is the most technologically advanced society of the world and it is wasted when we first experience it. We as the audience should see Wakanda as a outsider like Everet Ross. 99% of the world views Wakanda as a 3rd world country. Why not take advantage of that throughout the first half of the movie? As a alternative to viewing it in Everet Ross's perspective, we could also experience it the same way as Killmonger arrives. Michael B Jordan arrives as Killmonger in Wakanda halfway through the movie thinking that no one will allow him entry unless he's does some grand deed, yet no one seems to know who he is. None of this is relevant. Again, we should experience the wonder of Wakanda through one of two people who have never experienced it.

With that being said, several of the characters stand out. Winston Duke is one of the best characters of Black Panther as well as the MCU. I love him in the beginning, and I love him when he decides to help out in the final battle. Letitia Wright is also a stand out. She is fun, and never takes anything too seriously, yet plays an important part in the finale. Now for the bad part. Lupita Nyong'o and Angela Basset never get any time to shine until it is too late. Both are fine actresses, yet they don't add anything to the plot. Forest Whitaker is absolutely great (especially in street kings), but any depth that is given to him is ended quickly. I would have loved to see him more in the MCU.

With all that's been said I would love to experience Wakanda as a outsider and not just be thrust into the plot. As for Marvel, Black Panther is just average, but it could have been so much more. It is bogged down with too many villains, as well as too many protagonists. In the final battle, It is hard to root for anyone. Maybe that is the point.… Expand

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NazojMay 10, 2018

This movie is like any other in Marvel's gallery. They are not cinematic diamonds or the best in history, they are just fun and often good super hero movies. Black panther does not innovate or anything but it is not bad at all. yeah there areThis movie is like any other in Marvel's gallery. They are not cinematic diamonds or the best in history, they are just fun and often good super hero movies. Black panther does not innovate or anything but it is not bad at all. yeah there are black people but the movie does not get points for that in my eyes. just another marvel movie. wuite solid.… Expand

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NronQsrJan 5, 2019

For me it has mediocre special effects, repetitive and badly orchestrated story. I did not like the political intentions for which the movie was created. The film contains many supremacist messages, and supremacism must be combated whereverFor me it has mediocre special effects, repetitive and badly orchestrated story. I did not like the political intentions for which the movie was created. The film contains many supremacist messages, and supremacism must be combated wherever it comes from. I understand why it was made, but the solution to a problem is not to create a similar opposite.… Expand

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imthenoobMay 13, 2018

CGI is poorly blended and it sticks out like a sore thumb when the cast is clearly standing on the green screen during several scenes throughout the film. The plot is pretty basic as well and does nothing to be even slightly original. TheCGI is poorly blended and it sticks out like a sore thumb when the cast is clearly standing on the green screen during several scenes throughout the film. The plot is pretty basic as well and does nothing to be even slightly original. The cast is rather so-so as well. I enjoyed Boseman and Jordan as the leads, Freeman and Serkis played wonderful supporting parts but everyone else seemed kind of awkwardly out of place and it didn't really click well on-screen. There was no real chemistry and it shows. The action scenes were probably the only real enjoyment this film had to offer and even those were kind of boring at times and again, The CGI painfully out of place.

Honestly, This has to be one of the most overrated films in recent years. I think the fact that it's the first black superhero film to come out during the superhero film kick (not ignoring Blade) really overhyped it. And the user reviews show that IMO. You don't have a near 2 overall score drop out of over 2000 reviews if that wasn't the case. It's an alright movie worth renting but not worth owning because there honestly isn't one real stand out thing about it, Aside from the superhero being black.… Expand

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DuduziuzFeb 26, 2018

Não é um filme ruim... só não é emocionante. Não tem umas cenas de ação realmente empolgantes nem nada. É filme de Sessão da Tarde...

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LEOvsMAOJun 27, 2020

Just watched the movie..., survive to be precise. I liked Main Character, Killmonger, Sister of main Char and Watson, who was the only white person in the movie. Despite extremely boring dialogues, unlogical scenes and secondary characters, IJust watched the movie..., survive to be precise. I liked Main Character, Killmonger, Sister of main Char and Watson, who was the only white person in the movie. Despite extremely boring dialogues, unlogical scenes and secondary characters, I think near 20 minutes of the movie were good.… Expand

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AproxxAug 19, 2018

The first hero that its dependant on stronger women is the black one! LOL

Anyways. The movie is fine. Its only probably the most boring one in the entire MCU (not the worst). Between: 1) fanboys that would love a black screen with theThe first hero that its dependant on stronger women is the black one! LOL

Anyways. The movie is fine. Its only probably the most boring one in the entire MCU (not the worst).

Between:
1) fanboys that would love a black screen with the Marvel logo
2) critics that would love any movie with this type of cast
3) critics paid (not literally) by Disney
4) people that laugh at "what are thooooose" type of jokes

this movie was going to be overrated.

The villain COULDve been great. It wasn't. It just was better than the average Marvel villain. I get why. He had a point, so by making it a psycho (kills anybody that gets in the way and cant form any kind of relationship because he's broken and all he has is hate blablal) makes it easier to relativize the revolution ideas.

The hero could've been great. He couldve been this guy which needed tons of help to lead his people, but at least he was strong.
NOPE. He's weak and without the help of his little sister he would be dead. GREAT!

And then the scenes in the ethereal world. MY GOD. What a boring waste of time (except the last scene, which should've been the only one there).

Other than that, typical funny movie!… Expand

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MiqhtJul 17, 2018

It was okay. Outside of Watching Michael B. Jordan, the film was pretty mediocre. It is a good popcorn movie, but don't expect anything more than that.

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Kire_92May 18, 2018

The story was probably one of the weakest of the marvel movies thus far. I liked the change in atmosphere even though it felt a little bit to cliché at times but I thought that most of the characters were bland and boring. The action was notThe story was probably one of the weakest of the marvel movies thus far. I liked the change in atmosphere even though it felt a little bit to cliché at times but I thought that most of the characters were bland and boring. The action was not that special but still not bad. Overall an okay movie, though nothing special.… Expand

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mrsprostyMar 7, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Disney did a good job marketing this movie to put emotion into it. The irony in Black Panther is that it is a film about exploiting the resources of Africa, without actually going to Africa and using Disney money to stimulate any economy there. Africa is a beautiful continent, and would have been an amazing backdrop. Unfortunately, Black Panther's backdrop is a green screen. Some gadgetry did not make any sense as anything conveyed by hologram could have equally been a text message, the "sneakers" never seemed to work, and it only takes a joystick to fly a plane?

The plot? Much like Hamlet, if the King and Denmark won. Black Panther becomes the worst king of Wakanda, loses his throne to a viable competitor. His family are sore losers, and lead a revolution to stop the king from sharing the secret of Wakanda. Once they win, they then share the secrets of Wakanda...

The lesson Disney is conveying is to not battle the powers to be, because they have better weapons.

Overall, only see Marvel if there's multiple heroes in it. Only see DC if there's one.… Expand

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krustyleklownMar 13, 2018

The most overrated Marvel movie yet, with a predicable plot, uninteresting action sequences and jokes that constantly fall flat.

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PalpetineSheevMar 20, 2020

My favorite part was the "What are those?" joke. A truly emotional line. I cried.

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Lionel_JosephJan 24, 2019

Overhyped is the only word that comes to mind when thinking of this film. I really went into it expecting to see one of the best movies that the MCU has to offer and I left extremely disappointed. Nothing in this particular movie stands outOverhyped is the only word that comes to mind when thinking of this film. I really went into it expecting to see one of the best movies that the MCU has to offer and I left extremely disappointed. Nothing in this particular movie stands out as special except for the fact that it is about a superhero who is black. The fact that this is up for best picture is an absolute shame and warrants an apology from the academy. It is nothing more than just another hype train of a film escalated by the fact that it did something as "different" as have a predominantly black cast lead it. It's "Moonlight" all over again! I honestly feel that "Blankman" was a better black superhero movie than this overrated hunk of mediocrity.… Expand

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Ikereviews1Aug 17, 2019

This movie is not as great as they make this out to be. the main character is incredibly a dull and weak. the movie has painfully bad cgi scenes like the final fight and the rhinos. the main villian killmonger is probaly one of marvels betterThis movie is not as great as they make this out to be. the main character is incredibly a dull and weak. the movie has painfully bad cgi scenes like the final fight and the rhinos. the main villian killmonger is probaly one of marvels better villians. the movie also is pretty predictable as well. why was this nominated for best picture but its nowhere near as bad as captain marvel… Expand

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KlebartJun 21, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Overall, it was lacking. Not really up to what I expected. [spoilers] Basically, he loses the challenge to be king in a fair fight. The rest of the movie is him trying to get the throne back although he lost. So basically he's a terrorist.… Expand

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Tbone29xJun 22, 2019

It’s a good marvel movie and I enjoyed it but it’s nowhere near the best. The reason the critics reviews are so high and users are around standard for superhero movies is pretty easy to figure...its simple white guilt. Before even walkingIt’s a good marvel movie and I enjoyed it but it’s nowhere near the best. The reason the critics reviews are so high and users are around standard for superhero movies is pretty easy to figure...its simple white guilt. Before even walking into this movie they probably were planning on giving it 15-20 points more bc in today’s Hollywood diversity for some reason is paramount over a good story.… Expand

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MovieTurtleDec 15, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Slightly less than average Marvel movie. Same simple plot that is full of holes, canned acting, and good CGI. The action in this movie is so bipolar, going from throwing people into cars, to killing them on the freeway, a battle of submission, to slitting someone's throat and stabbing. Only for the little bit of blood being when everyone is out of suits making everything ridiculous and telling that this was intended for kids, but not written for them.
This is by far the least heroic hero Marvel has shown yet with T'challa killing people left and right with no concern or worry. The implications of Wakanda being effectively a tyrannical dictatorship that may have a happy populace (it's not possible to tell since we only really see the royals) is also kind of frightening. It will never come to that in-story, but the implications and people thinking of it being better is worrisome.
The music was okay. The set and costume design was bipolar going from amazing to silly and over the top just to be different. The inspiration it took from various African cultures was fantastic, but then there were times they threw it all together willy nilly. Things with intent and meaning now just meant African.… Expand

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ThayneNov 20, 2019

An extremely mediocre Marvel movie about a ridiculous fantasy land in the heart of Africa that despite its vast technological superiority defends its borders with spears and chooses its monarch in a tribal fight to the death. This superheroAn extremely mediocre Marvel movie about a ridiculous fantasy land in the heart of Africa that despite its vast technological superiority defends its borders with spears and chooses its monarch in a tribal fight to the death. This superhero tale of a place that doesn't exist was "culturally important" for some bizarre reason in the USA of all places. It's very clearly not the best Marvel film as American critics would have you believe.… Expand

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Kriok021Jan 16, 2020

The plot is too simple, which doesn't make it bad, just predictable. The characters are shallower than anything else, and they have made such an attempt to progress the antagonists so forcefully as to be unpalatable. Especially speaking ofThe plot is too simple, which doesn't make it bad, just predictable. The characters are shallower than anything else, and they have made such an attempt to progress the antagonists so forcefully as to be unpalatable. Especially speaking of "Killmonger", just another cliche villain we're already used to Marvel movies. One of the film's biggest sins is the attempt at such a forced insertion of social struggle, which the movie simply throws in the viewer's face that does not work well on such a reasonable plot. The soundtrack is relatively good (having specifically matched my musical taste and my view by marrying well with each moment.) CGI within average. A good movie, nothing more than that.… Expand

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SuperBob1Feb 10, 2020

It was overrated lots but had some cool things in it but I think political agendas seems to be more important to critics than the quality of a film.

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JackballsJun 22, 2020

I don't understand what all the hype was all about. This movie is Ok. It's just Meh... The action is actually really sub par. The villain is so over the top. The beginning part with the father was the only touching moment and after thatI don't understand what all the hype was all about. This movie is Ok. It's just Meh... The action is actually really sub par. The villain is so over the top. The beginning part with the father was the only touching moment and after that it's just... junk.… Expand

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TyranianApr 12, 2019

No idea why this is being hailed as something special, acting is okay but plot and script are not good at all.