Black Panther and The Power of Visual Representation
Black Panther and The Power of Visual Representation I actually wasn't going to write anything about Black Panther after Chadwick Boseman's passing, because I assumed everyone, at least the reasonable ones, got the memo! However, I read an update today which wasn't only distasteful in its timing, but myopic in its submission. If all that was derived from watching Black Panther is the CGI effects, then may be some people are just lacking in depth. Beyond the hype, because I am not easily swayed by the media or public opinion, the impact Black Panther had is immeasurable. Black Panther wasn't just about CGI effects, but the nuances of the portrayal. Analysing the movie, there are many lessons that could be derived, but I will highlight just a few. Pacesetting In an industry where the archetypal cinematic portrayal of the 'White saviour' has been the norm, Black Panther challenged pre-existing stereotypes. There were genuine pre-production concerns about the co