An article on hollywoodsblackrenaissance.com touches on the history of Black women in superhero movies–from the doubt that minority leads could sell to minorities being heavily sought for both in front and behind the camera:
“Wonder Woman was declared a hit with superhero fans and feminists. The fantasy/science fiction film directed by Patty Jenkins grossed over $129 million and earned Lynda Carter’s stamp of approval. Recently, the first teaser trailer for Marvel’s Black Panther dropped and fans were extremely pleased.”
(Source: Hollywoodsblackrenaissance.com)
Originally published: 6/15/17
