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Black Panther: Wakanda Forever

2022

Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M’Baku, Okoye and the Dora Milaje fight to protect their nation from intervening world powers in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. As the Wakandans strive to embrace their next chapter, the heroes must band together with the help of War Dog Nakia and Everett Ross and forge a new path for the kingdom of Wakanda.

Ages 13+Source checked

Why this age? PG-13 superhero violence includes repeated battles, killings, weapons, peril, a major drowning death, grief, revenge themes, and frightening threats. The emotional and political themes may also require maturity. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age13+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence4/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience5/5
  • Diverse representation5/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising2/5
Why this rating?

As a major franchise entry, the film is associated with extensive global merchandising and licensing.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The central theme is the death of King T'Challa; the film also depicts the tragic drowning of Queen Ramonda and other casualties of war.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Injuries are shown, including wounds from spears and combat, but the film avoids gratuitous or extreme gore.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Contains mild profanity typical of a PG-13 action film.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

Contains brief, non-central subtext regarding the bond between female characters.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of ancestral connection, spiritual tradition, and afterlife beliefs inherent to Wakandan culture.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Limited to mentions of past relationships and the protective bond between family members.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Features intense, suspenseful situations, including the drowning of a major character and threatening underwater antagonists.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes intense superhero combat, war-like battles, high-tech weapon use, and hand-to-hand fighting.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience5/5
Why this rating?

Courage is a central theme, with characters facing immense personal loss and external threats.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Showcases inventive costume, technological design, and world-building of fictional civilizations.

Diverse representation5/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse, predominantly Black and Latinx cast portraying complex characters and cultures.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Prompts discussion on political diplomacy and the impact of colonization.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate deep empathy and loyalty, especially when navigating grief and conflict.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

Promotes themes of healing, the importance of leadership, the cost of vengeance, and the necessity of peace.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists are heroic, resilient, and dedicated to their nation and families.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, and what caused that change?
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