Marvel Announces Release of BLACK PANTHER: WHO IS THE BLACK PANTHER?
Marvel Knights Animation is proud to announce Black Panther: Who Is The
Black Panther?, a twelve-episode, weekly, all-new series debuting on
iTunes, Xbox LIVE, Microsoft Zune and PlayStation(r)Network on June
23rd.
Inspired by the acclaimed graphic novel from respected
filmmaker/producer Reginald Hudlin and legendary comic book artist John
Romita Jr, Black Panther: Who Is The Black Panther? introduces viewers
to the Black Panther, the warrior king of Wakanda, a technologically
advanced nation in the heart of Africa. As outside forces conspire to
plunder this proud nation, the Black Panther will face his greatest
threats as he meets Klaw, the man who murdered his father.
"The positive responses to news of the show have been so overwhelming,
it's great to finally make the Black Panther series available to
everyone," said Hudlin. "Audiences get caught up on many levels - seeing
John Romita Jr's art come to life; the quality of the voice work by an
award winning cast; the boldness of the politics, the music and humor.
But see it for yourself!"
Romita Jr added, "The reaction by any person, upon viewing footage of a
black panther, is universal: Awe. There is no more elegant a creature on
the face of the planet. The creation of the character by Stan Lee and
Jack Kirby, in a turbulent political time, maintained that quality.
Reggie Hudlin's updated version follows that and adds an amazing,
cinematic flair to it. In my opinion, reading, and now viewing, the
Black Panther series is much akin to witnessing a panther in person.
Enjoy the elegance of the story, the elegance of the actors, their
voices, their words, and....the imagery."
This exciting series also features the voices of major celebrities
including Academy Award-nominee Djimon Hounsou as Black Panther; Jill
Scott as Storm, Kerry Washington as Princess Shuri; Alfre Woodard as
both Dondi Reese and Queen Mother; Carl Lumbly as Uncle S'Yan; and
comics legend Stan Lee in a special role.
Learn more about Black Panther: Who Is The Black Panther? right now at
www.marvel.com/blackpanther
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Arune Singh
MARVEL ENTERTAINMENT
212-576-4061
asingh@marvel.com
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