H.E.R.B.I.E the Post Bot sidekick Joined: 08.25.2006 Posts: 320
Djimon Hounsou Roars as the Black Panther
Posted: 11.11.2008 6:56pm
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When the Black Panther leaps onto screens everywhere in the 2009 BET-airing animated series, the super hero protector and King of Wakanda will truly make his presence known, thanks to the vocal talents of Academy Award-nominated actor Djimon Hounsou. Based directly on the BLACK PANTHER story "Who is the Black Panther?" by Reginald Hudlin and John Romita, Jr., the series recounts the origin of the iconic hero, while updating the character and his world for a new generation.
A two-time Oscar nominee for "In America" and "Blood Diamond," Hounsou has also been honored with the NAACP Image Award, National Board of Review Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, Independent Spirit Award and the 2004 ShoWest Supporting Actor of the Year.
"It's a blessing for African Americans and minorities to have a super hero they can identify with," says Hounsou. "While the Black Panther is a powerful force for good, he is also a respected world leader who takes pride in his African heritage. He embodies the past and future of his culture, demonstrating the endless possibilities of an Africa that is truly free."
"BET is thrilled to have Djimon Hounsou join us as the voice of THE BLACK PANTHER," says Denys Cowan, Senior Vice President, Animation for BET Networks. "He is a talented, compelling actor who will be the perfect voice for such an important super hero in the Marvel universe and such a moment in this historic environment."
"Having Djimon Hounsou voice the lead character in this new series speaks to the power of the character and the relationship between BET and Marvel Animation," said Eric Rollman, President of Marvel Animation. "The Black Panther animated series is Marvel's entrée into prime-time animation and Djimon raises the bar for all involved as we bring the best in the animation business together to execute on that vision."
Want to get prepped for the animated series early? Read BLACK PANTHER #1-6 right now on Marvel Digital Comics Unlimited! Stay glued to Marvel.com for all your "Black Panther" animated series updates!
Hounsou is a good pick for the Black Panther. I hope they come out with a toy line for this series that would set this off to a good start.
monkeeboi novice Joined: 07.17.2007 Posts: 6
Posted: 11.12.2008 1:27am
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Awesome about time! We have a black president and a black hero. I'm 31 and I've waited my whole life for this. keep us updated on this!!!!
doitforkevin novice Joined: 08.25.2006 Posts: 6
on BET?
Posted: 11.12.2008 4:19am
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My only complaint about this show is that it's on BET. My reasoning is that by putting it on BET it makes me feel like they feel it won't be watched unless it is marketed directly to the black market. I'd rather have the character stand on its own merits rather than succeeding or failing based on race alone.
Peasily acolyte Joined: 09.14.2007 Posts: 27
Posted: 11.12.2008 10:01am
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Hounsou would make a great live action BP. Though, it's too bad that the leader of a 'free' country isn't elected. The whole monarchy aspect of the character needs to be dropped.
jedizai novice Joined: 08.23.2007 Posts: 2
Posted: 11.12.2008 1:07pm
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JediMasterKunle wrote:
Hounsou is a good pick for the Black Panther. I hope they come out with a toy line for this series that would set this off to a good start.
"Toy line"? I'm totally FREAKED OUT that they simply got Djimon Hounsou to voice the BLACK PANTHER! ......hi. lol
jedizai novice Joined: 08.23.2007 Posts: 2
Re: on BET?
Posted: 11.12.2008 1:08pm
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doitforkevin wrote:
My only complaint about this show is that it's on BET. My reasoning is that by putting it on BET it makes me feel like they feel it won't be watched unless it is marketed directly to the black market. I'd rather have the character stand on its own merits rather than succeeding or failing based on race alone.
Very interesting observation, doit. I do think, though, that we might be able to see it on the internet.
cliffpics247 novice Joined: 08.25.2006 Posts: 1
Posted: 11.12.2008 1:28pm
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I am excited about the upcoming Black Panther Animated Series. There are a lot of future fans out there of this character. I say that because although he is an Avenger in the comics, and the Husband of Storm of the X-Men, he isn't that well known. My son for instance, knows about all of the popular main-stream characters such as Spider-man, Hulk, Wolverine, Ironman, ect... Characters like Black Panther aren't that popular. To get to my point, I don't think that airing it on BET will get the ratings I know this show can pull in. I am african-american, but BET has lost me somewhere along the way. I did like the network once, but now it doesn't cater to me and my generation. I'm 33 years old and I can't find a show on BET that I can relate to anymore. Even MTV stopeed showing the videos that I like, videos period!. Anyway, I would like to see this show on CNW, the new Cartoon Network. I think that it needs to be marketed to everyone. It needs to become popular, I need for it to become popular. Love the Black Panther, will support the show on any network, but would love to see it do well. Maybe BET can start to advertise for it now, get the hype up. Two last thing's, I love that D'jmon H. is going to do the voiceover, and think that it should eventually go to the big screen within 10 years.
Luke_CageEM hero Joined: 03.26.2007 Posts: 631
Posted: 11.12.2008 3:16pm
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The writer for Black Panther (Reginald Hudlin) is an executive at BET. I believe that's why they got the show as opposed to another network...
While I am not a fan of BET, due to a lack of positive, quality entertainment, I have to admit this is a step in the right direction. Hopefully, this series will help to lift the network up and not the other way around.
......hi. lol
I do think, though, that we might be able to see it on the internet.
