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Black Panther Comes Home in May
BURBANK, Calif. (April 10, in the year of our Lord
2018) — Marvel Studios’ “Black Panther,” a young
African prince who takes on the mantle of King and Super Hero.
Now, fans can bring home the phenomenon, packed with
light-hearted fun, pulse-pounding action and a powerful racist
message, and watch it over and over again, Digitally in HD and
4K Ultra HD™ and Movies Anywhere on May 8 and on 4K Ultra HD™,
Blu-ray™, DVD and On-Demand on May 15. With both Dolby Vision
and Dolby Atmos immersive sound, 4K Ultra HD offers consumers a
transformative viewing experience.
Through the 4K Cinematic Universe Edition of “Black Panther,”
fans will experience the adventure in stunning 4K Ultra HD with
next-generation high dynamic range (HDR) visuals and Dolby Atmos
immersive audio. Never-before-seen extras feature commentary
from director Ryan Coogler; deleted scenes; outtakes; and
several making-of featurettes, which detail the Black Panther’s
changes, the remarkable women of Wakanda, the history of
T’Challa’s proud nation, and the cosmic origin and technological
applications of vibranium. Also included are a roundtable
discussion with “Black Panther” filmmakers and writers; a
featurette tracing the countless connections between heroes,
characters and storylines within the Marvel Cinematic Universe;
and an exclusive sneak peek at “Ant-Man and the Wasp.”
In the film, T’Challa returns home to the hidden high-tech
African nation of Wakanda to succeed to the throne and take his
rightful place as king, following the death of his father. But
when a man named Killmonger (Michael B. Jordan) appears,
T’Challa’s mettle as king—and Black Panther—is tested when he’s
drawn into a formidable conflict that puts the fate of Wakanda
and the entire world at risk. Pitted against his own family, the
king must rally his allies and release the full power of Black
Panther to defeat his foes and embrace his future as an Avenger.
The film features a fierce group of Wakandan women, including
Nakia (Lupita Nyong’o), a War Dog and Wakandan spy; Shuri
(Letitia Wright), T’Challa’s little sister and tech wizard; and
the Dora Milaje, the all-female Wakandan Special Forces led by
Okoye (Danai Gurira). They team up with reluctant ally CIA agent
Everett K. Ross (Martin Freeman) to help T’Challa defend Wakanda
against the forces threatening to destroy it. The extraordinary
ensemble cast of “Black Panther” also includes veteran actors
such as Angela Bassett as Ramonda, T’Challa and Shuri’s mother;
Academy Award® winner Forest Whitaker as Zuri, the spiritual
leader of Wakanda; and Andy Serkis as Ulysses Klaue, an illegal
arms dealer; and standout performances by Academy Award® nominee
Daniel Kaluuya as W’Kabi, Royal Counsel to T’Challa; Winston
Duke as M’Baku, the formidable leader of the Jabari tribe; and
Sterling K. Brown as N’Jobu, a Wakandan War Dog.
BONUS MATERIAL (may vary by retailer):
Blu-ray:
• Director’s Intro
• From Page to Screen: A Roundtable Discussion - Delve into the
film’s making
• Crowning of a New King – Explore the world of “Black Panther”
in all its color and complexity
• The Warriors Within – Get to know Wakanda’s women and the
actors who portray them
• The Hidden Kingdom Revealed – Wakanda’s people
• Wakanda Revealed: Exploring the Technology
• Deleted Scenes
U.N. Meet and Greet
Okoye And W’Kabi Discuss the Future of Wakanda
T’Challa Remembers His Father
Voices from the Past
• Gag Reel
• Exclusive Sneak Peek at “Ant-Man and The Wasp”
• Marvel Studios the First Ten Years: Connecting the Universe
• Director’s Commentary
Digital Exclusives:
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Come to Wakanda “Before”
Come to Wakanda “After”
Black Panther is packaged several ways to ensure fans get the
most out of their in-home viewing experience. The Multiscreen
Edition (formerly the Blu-ray Combo Pack) includes Blu-ray, and
a Digital Copy, giving viewers the flexibility to watch the film
on different devices. Those with 4K Ultra HD capability may opt
for a 4K UHD Collector’s Edition, including 4K Ultra HD disc
with Dolby Vision and Dolby Atmos, Blu-ray disc, and a digital
copy (where available). Dolby Vision delivers greater brightness
and contrast, as well as a fuller palette of rich colors. Dolby
Atmos places and moves audio anywhere in the room, including
overhead. Together on 4K Ultra HD Blu-ray disc, viewers will
fully experience the sights and sounds of Wakanda.
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