The phenomenal movie was released a little over a month ago, and it has shattered records and even received the green light on creating a Black Panther 2. Helmed and written by the young Hollywood director Ryan Coogler, Black Panther has indeed ushered in a new wave of comic movie releases and the way mainstream media views predominately African American and minority cast movies.

But considering all of the hype around Black Panther since it was first announced as an upcoming Marvel film, was it astonishing that it has crossed a certain threshold of success? Chasing behind the heels of blockbuster powerhouses such as Jurassic Park and Titanic, Black Panther is well on the path to becoming the best selling movie of all time in American cinema history.

As I penned this article, Black Panther had already amassed over $1.2 billion worldwide and domestic profits. Considering that the movie has yet to be released digitally and across other media platforms, the film’s overall success is known.

So, what are my overall thoughts on why the movie has reached and accomplished epic proportions? My answer to this question can be answered for three reasons. Reason one, Black Panther has broad cultural appeal in that it represents a culture that is often portrayed and studied in media for Mass consumption. Reason two, Black Panther served as a connectional film that bridged a gap between both cultures and generations of comic and superhero movie enthusiasts.

Finally, Black Panther represents a need and desire to watch and take an active role in creating movies and dialogue centered around minority groups and our ever-changing, diverse society.In closing, if you have seen Black Panther, then you should be honored and proud to have witnessed such incredible cinematic work. And if you haven’t seen Black Panther then, I genuinely don’t know what to say other than go now or at least by this holiday weekend.