Black Is King
2020 · Movie · PG-13 · 85 min · ★ 7.1 · 89% critics
A visual album that reimagines themes inspired by a familiar coming-of-age fable, following a journey of identity, heritage, and self-worth. Through music and striking imagery, it celebrates Black culture and encourages young people to claim their place with pride and purpose.
Based on The Lion King, The Lion King: The Gift
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Streaming on Disney+.
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Details
- Years
- 2020
- Release date
- 2020-07-30
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 85 min
- Max quality
- HD
- Critic score
- 89/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.1/10 (135 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a music-driven, visually rich celebration of heritage and identity with a loose narrative thread; Not for you if you need a clear plot or a conventional movie structure like Nashville.
Pros: empowering cultural celebration; bold visuals and style; engaging music throughout | Cons: thin or loose plot; can feel self-focused; not a traditional movie
Themes
- visual album
Cast & crew
Beyoncé
Adut Akech
Naomi Campbell
Blue Ivy Carter
Connie Chiume
Lupita Nyong'o
Kelly Rowland
- MS
Moonchild Sanelly
- NM
Nandi Madida
Nyaniso Dzedze
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