In 1811 a former slave named Henry Christophe anointed himself ‘First Monarch’ of the ‘New World.’ For 10 years, he ruled over a part of modern-day Haiti, becoming a global media sensation.
Killmonger, the evil villain of ‘Black Panther,’ has plans of global insurgencies to liberate Black people.
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The lead villain of Black Panther is a complex character who represents years of conflicting debates among African American leaders about how to achieve Black liberation.
Letitia Wright in Black Panther. Popular discussions about the movie demonstrate a desire for representation in commercial media.
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Black Panther arrives at a moment of possibility. Its popularity demonstrates that people are crying out for chances to see themselves and their communities portrayed with dignity—as heroes.