Why Wakanda Matters (eBook)

What Black Panther Reveals About Psychology, Identity, and Communication

Sheena C. Howard (Herausgeber)

eBook Download: EPUB

2021
288 Seiten
BenBella Books, Inc. (Verlag)
978-1-950665-61-7 (ISBN)

Infos

In 2018, the Marvel Cinematic Universe finally delivered on something fans had long been waiting for: a feature film with a solo Black superhero. Black Panther introduced viewers to the stunning world of Wakanda, a fictional African country with incredible technological advancements, and to T'Challa, a young man stepping into his role as king and taking up the mantle of the Black Panther title from his late father. The unforgettable story, coupled with the film's mega-success, has undoubtedly shaped the future of superhero cinema, in addition to genuinely changing viewers' lives. Why Wakanda Matters gives this iconic film the in-depth analysis it deserves under the lens of the latest psychological concepts-as well as delving into the lasting cultural impact of this unforgettable story. Edited by Sheena C. Howard, an award-winning author, filmmaker, and scholar, Why Wakanda Matters: What Black Panther Reveals About Psychology, Identity, and Communication features a collection of essays from leading experts in a variety of fields who offer insightful perspectives on topics such as: Cognitive dissonance: The important messages within T'Challa's nuanced identity and eventual shift from nationalism to globalism. Intergenerational trauma and resistance: How N'Jadaka (aka Erik/Killmonger) identifies with the trauma that his ancestors have suffered. Social identity: How Nakia, Shuri, Okoye, and Ramondaall empowered, intelligent, and assertive women of colorcan make a lasting impression on women and girls. Collective identity: How Black Panther has created a shared fantasy for Black audience membersand why this is groundbreaking. Cultural and racial identity: What we can learn from Black Panther's portrayal of a culture virtually untouched by white supremacy. Fans of the movie and those interested in deeper discussions about the film will revel in this thought-provoking examination of all aspects of Black Panther and the power of psychology.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 2.2.2021
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Film / TV
• Themenwelt: Kunst / Musik / Theater ► Theater / Ballett
• Themenwelt: Geisteswissenschaften ► Psychologie ► Familien- / Systemische Therapie
• Schlagworte: chadwick boseman, marvel cinematic universe, black lives matter, black culture, african americans, black pop culture
• ISBN-10: 1-950665-61-5 / 1950665615
• ISBN-13: 978-1-950665-61-7 / 9781950665617