‘Black Panther’ returns to the theater and will be free
Academy Award-nominated and SAG winner “Black Panther” will return to the big screen for one week to celebrate Black History Month and will be free, Disney announced.
From Feb. 1 to 7, the film will be in 250 participating AMC Theatres. There will be two showings per day at each participating theater.
For free tickets to the “Black Panther” showings and a list of AMC participating theaters, visit WeTicketIt.com/BlackPanther.
The Walt Disney Company will also give a $1.5 million grant to support UNCF (United Negro College Fund) in furthering its mission to help minority students access and move to and through college.
“’Black Panther’ is groundbreaking for many reasons, including the rich diversity of voices behind its success,” Robert Iger, chairman and chief executive officer, The Walt Disney Company, said in a statement. “The story also showcases the power of knowledge to change the world for the better, and the importance of ensuring everyone has access to it.
UNCF (United Negro College Fund) is the nation’s largest and most effective minority education organization. UNCF supports students’ education and development through scholarships and other programs, strengthens its 37 member colleges and universities, and advocates for the importance of minority education and college readiness.
“We know that providing aspiring young minority talent with scholarships and professional development opportunities is vital to making their dreams a reality,” said UNCF President and CEO Dr. Michael Lomax.
“Black Panther,” shattered box office records and finished first at the North American box office in 2018, picked up seven Oscar nominations, including Best Picture, Best Production Design, Best Costume Design, Best Original Music Score, Best Original Song, Best Sound Mixing and Best Sound Editing. The film earned two SAG Actor awards, including Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture.
