Los Angeles Times

LZ Granderson: We need a 'Black Panther' sequel now more than ever

A scene from Marvel Studios' "Black Panther: Wakanda Forever."

"Black Panther" was my quarantine movie. I'm not sure how many times I've seen it in total, but I'm sure it's north of 100. Sometimes I would just have it playing on mute in the background, as if it were more art installation than cinema. It was comforting, and in 2020, comfort was in short supply.

One of my favorite scenes takes place in Shuri's lab after T'Challa becomes king. Not just the striking set and lighting, but

You’re reading a preview, subscribe to read more.

More from Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Times1 min read
Netflix Beefs Up Film Ranks, Hiring ‘Bad Boys For Life’ Producer
“Bad Boys for Life” producer Doug Belgrad will join Netflix as its vice president of film as the streaming giant continues to beef up its movie ranks following a major shakeup. A longtime Sony Pictures executive, Belgrad was involved in nearly all th
Los Angeles Times4 min readAmerican Government
Doyle McManus: A Lesson From Presidents Biden And Trump — The New Normal Is Nonstop Crises
A poll published by the Economist this month included a finding that was striking yet unsurprising: Almost 7 in 10 Americans believe things in the country have spun out of control. That's a problem for President Joe Biden, who campaigned in 2020 offe
Los Angeles Times4 min read
Commentary: Has American Support For Palestinians Reached A Turning Point?
In psychology, there is a phenomenon we refer to as “psychic numbing.” It occurs during times of staggering catastrophe, when it seems however we try, we cannot prevent a tragedy. Indifference and defeat set in. Systems of oppression rely enormously

Related Books & Audiobooks