Black Panther (2018)

"Black Panther" (2018) made history as Marvel's first superhero film centered on African culture and characters, earning over $1.3 billion worldwide. The groundbreaking film follows T'Challa as he assumes the Wakandan throne and confronts his nation's isolationist policies. Director Ryan Coogler created a visually stunning Afrofuturist world, blending advanced technology with rich traditions. Michael B. Jordan's complex villain Killmonger and the film's themes of heritage, identity, and global responsibility elevated superhero storytelling. Its cultural impact, from the Dora Milaje warriors to Ludwig Göransson's Oscar-winning score, transcended cinema, making "Black Panther" both a critical darling and a watershed moment for representation in blockbuster films.