Black Panther was one of the biggest films we’ve seen in recent years. And it was wonderful not just because it was well made, or because it was a satisfying addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. What really set it apart was that it celebrated Black culture and glorified African heritage. So much of what the world sees of Africa through film tends to revolve around struggle — and in some cases it’s important to depict. But Black Panther, despite being grounded in comic book fantasy, showed something rich, proud, and optimistic, and even historical in a certain way. Unfortunately
