Black Panther is a 2018 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character of the same name. The film follows T'Challa, the newly crowned king of the fictional African nation of Wakanda, as he must defend his people and their advanced technology from outside threats. With its predominantly African cast and Afrofuturistic setting, Black Panther became a cultural phenomenon and a celebration of African culture and heritage. The film received critical acclaim for its storytelling, visuals, and performances, and it became the first superhero film to be nominated for Best Picture at the Academy Awards.
