Hey Cuties,
Black Panther week continues, I hope you enjoyed my interview with Marvel Black Panther Director, Ryan Coogler. While watching the movie I was obsessing over the costumes and looks so I had to chat with Costume Designer Ruth Carter. This lady here is an unsung hero let me tell you. I also chatted with Black Panther, Producer Nate Moore. Squeal! Listen everyone on this movie that I’ve met are simply amazing. Maybe its the creativity we have in common but they were so freaking humble. Let’s get into it.
Ruth Carter is a lady who has blazed a path in the industry. She has a ton of receipts but I will list some of my favorites movies she has worked on:
School Daze (1988), I’m Gonna Git You Sucka (1988), Do the Right Thing (1989), Mo’ Better Blues (1990), House Party 2 (1991), Jungle Fever (1991), The Five Heartbeats (1991), Malcolm X (1992), What’s Love Got to Do with It (1993), Crooklyn (1994), B*A*P*S (1997), Amistad (1979), Love & Basketball (2000), Shaft (2000), Baby Boy (2001), The Butler (2013), Selma (2014), Black Panther (2018)
Fun Fact: She received her first Oscar nomination for Spike Lee’s Malcolm X. She received her second Oscar nomination for Steven Spielberg Amistad.
Nate Moore is a producer in the film division at Marvel Studios. He has produced Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014), Captain America: Civil War (2016) and Black Panther (2018). Did I mention that Nate is 37 years of black boy joy? I need to step my game up out here in these streets.
Q: How did you decide how you wanted everyone to look? 0:04
Q: When it came to merchandising what did you have to say no to? 1:04
Q: How did your time at Hampton University shape you? (Ruth) 1:25
Q: Are you doing Black Panther screenings in Africa? 3:10
Q: What is your proudest moment now that Black Panther is done? 3:20
Q: What does Black Panther mean to you? #WhatDoesBlackPantherMeanToYou 5:52
Q: When making the film, did you know Okoye & Nakia would come across so strong? 7:17
Q: In the movie, you see a blend of beautiful African fabrics on the Wakandan people. How did you decide what tribal culture to use? 8:13
Q: When Halloween rolls around will we have a chance to purchase some of the costumes we see in Black Panther? 10:24
Q: Did you read any of the comics before working on the movie? 11:30
Q: You see scenes in Oakland and Africa, was crossing cultures intentional? 12:43
Q: A scene is reminiscent of the missing Chibok Girls. Was that done on purpose? 13:33
Black Panther is in theaters NOW, go out and support this film.
Do you have plans to see the movie? Chat with me in the comments below or FB, IG, and Twitter.
February 16, 2018 @ 4:22 pm
I’m a big fan of movie concept art. These drawings are amazing. Can’t wait to see the final products used in the movie. My son and I are really looking forward to seeing the Black Panther at the movie theater.
February 17, 2018 @ 10:23 am
That is the creativity in us for sure. I hope you guys have a great dudes day out.
February 16, 2018 @ 5:24 pm
Oh my goodness those designs are absolutely incredible. how awesome to get to talk to Nate and Ruth about there time on films! Black Panther seems like such a great film to go and see.
February 17, 2018 @ 10:22 am
The designs are incredible. I’m so fascinated by the process of a vision, a concept to execution.
February 16, 2018 @ 7:45 pm
So looking forward to seeing this movie. The costumes look amazing! It’s going to be me and the hubby’s version of a Valentine’s Day date.
February 17, 2018 @ 10:22 am
Yes, CeCe. It is a great Valentine’s Day movie too. There is an element of love.
February 17, 2018 @ 12:53 am
These costumes look so lit! If she isn’t nominated for an Oscar it will be a travesty. This is magic!
February 17, 2018 @ 10:19 am
Right! She deserves every single accolade they have for a costume designer.
February 17, 2018 @ 10:12 am
I’m not a fan of superheroes movies but, and I attempt to say this in the most politically correct way possible…I am a huge fan of all things black (I would have written that last bit in bold had I could). So you can believe I’ll be setting my movie preference reservations aside to go check out this film!
February 17, 2018 @ 10:20 am
Yup! There is nothing wrong with that at all EG. To celebrate one thing doesn’t diminish anyone else. I am always cheering for everyone black. That doesn’t mean I don’t want others to win. I’m not a superhero girl either but it is so damn good.
February 17, 2018 @ 10:51 pm
Those costumes are absolutely amazing. We haven’t seen this yet but are hoping to go see it this week. It looks so good and we’re big Marvel fans.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:17 am
Cyn, you guys are in for a treat.
February 18, 2018 @ 9:05 am
The costumes were everything in Black Panther. I mean I was amazed and inspired at the same time. She did an amazing job.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:17 am
Yes, Monique. That is exactly what it is, amazing and so inspiring.
February 18, 2018 @ 12:14 pm
Mind was absolutely blown! Her designs were creative, innovative and inspiring! I loved this movie. So much saw it twice!
February 19, 2018 @ 9:17 am
Mine too!
February 18, 2018 @ 4:37 pm
They look incredible! I have heard nothing but the best things about this movie. This is just one more thing to add to the list!
February 19, 2018 @ 9:16 am
Jeanine, I’ve never seen a movie that is so deserving of all the credit.
February 18, 2018 @ 5:58 pm
Those designs are amazing! Looks like she is one talented costume designer. Looking forward to seeing the movie.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:15 am
She is so freaking incredible, she thinks about all of the details.
February 18, 2018 @ 6:44 pm
My husband saw this movie yesterday and he said it was awesome. So awesome, that he went to see it again with my son this afternoon.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:14 am
It is that good, I saw it week before last. I went again yesterday to see it with my family. So good.
February 18, 2018 @ 6:55 pm
Look I need Ms. Ruth to make me a whole Wakanda inspired wardrobe. Feeling so inspired by the entire Black Panther movement.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:13 am
Right! Like can I get just one dope ass look.
February 18, 2018 @ 11:03 pm
I’m going to need them to come out with a video game, stat. These are awesome.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:13 am
I’m not into video games but my son is, and he is a Marvel fan. He would flip all the way out.
February 19, 2018 @ 2:52 am
I interviewed Ruth too! She is a beast she did so many black films so she is an expect. This is one of her best works for sure I am so proud of her and what she did to bring life to the African culture authentically and manifest it to the big screen.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:12 am
OMG, she has receipts for days. I was so pumped about her doing School Daze and BAPS. She better win all the awards.
February 19, 2018 @ 8:12 am
Ruth Carter is amazing. I want to wear everything in the movie. She really took us places with her creativity.
February 19, 2018 @ 9:11 am
Right, me too. I was like oh, I want that, I want that.
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February 19, 2018 @ 8:10 pm
She did amaaaaazzzziinnnggg work for the film!!! I loved everyone’s wardrobes!!!
February 20, 2018 @ 11:36 am
She killed it, I can’t wait to hear her name called at the awards.
February 20, 2018 @ 7:36 am
I haven’t seen the Black Panther yet, but we are going this weekend. I have heard so many people say how visually stunning the movie is because of the costumes.
February 20, 2018 @ 12:46 pm
Top to bottom all of the visuals are incredible.
February 20, 2018 @ 7:40 am
I haven’t seen the movie yet, but I have plans to see it soon. My son and daughter-in-law saw it this past weekend and loved it. I can hardly wait to see all the costumes!
February 20, 2018 @ 12:46 pm
Oh you will enjoy it. I took the family to see it on Sunday.
February 20, 2018 @ 8:24 am
Everyone looks so incredible in their costumes and make up! I cannot wait to see this movie.
February 20, 2018 @ 11:37 am
Amber, they are jaw dropping. I can’t wait to recreate a couple.
February 20, 2018 @ 8:29 am
I really love this concept drawings. The colors in the creativity and them are outstanding. That is one thing I love about movies is that you can really make the impossible happen.
February 20, 2018 @ 12:45 pm
You can, Jeanette. There is no limit to the creativity.
February 20, 2018 @ 8:30 am
Everyone is writing about Black Panther movie. Haven’t had chance to see it yet. Sure it will win tons of awards for clothing and more
February 20, 2018 @ 12:45 pm
I bet, I try to keep that in mind which is why I don’t go into specifics. I hate when people spoil it for others.
February 20, 2018 @ 9:40 am
I am at awe with the costumes that I saw in Black Panther and it’s really amazing how she brought the characters to life. Definitely something to be proud of, because she made the movie more visually appealing. This was an awesome interview!
February 20, 2018 @ 11:11 am
Thanks, Alison. I agree, she totally made it visually appealing.
February 20, 2018 @ 12:33 pm
What an amazing opportunity interview all these amazing people. She did an amazing job with costumes. Haven’t seen the movie yet but from the previews, it looks incredible!
February 20, 2018 @ 12:47 pm
You will appreciate them even more when you see how they manifested on the big screen.
February 20, 2018 @ 3:30 pm
I am still dying to see this movie. What a great interview and a closer look at some of the costumes.
February 22, 2018 @ 12:03 pm
You must Lisa, the world can’t stop talking about it.
February 20, 2018 @ 4:41 pm
Ooh I haven’t heard of this film, I think I have been living under a rock, but those costumes are amazing!
February 22, 2018 @ 12:00 pm
OMG Yes! It is the #1 film in the country. It was shattered all kind of records to the tune of 404 Million dollars.
February 20, 2018 @ 9:26 pm
The costumes were amazing. I love how she incorporated so many African countries and tribes into the costume designs. EPIC! Just epic!
February 22, 2018 @ 12:04 pm
Yes, me too. She really did her homework.
February 20, 2018 @ 11:35 pm
She really has some great taste. I loved the wardrobe in Black Panther.
February 22, 2018 @ 11:49 am
Me too, I want some pieces for myself.
February 21, 2018 @ 4:04 am
Love how the costumes look and her inspiration is definitely the best, it’s nice that she based them on the traditions that the tribes have in Africa. From the colors to the patterns, I am definitely a huge fan of it all. She’s amazing!
February 26, 2018 @ 1:59 pm
I love that she did extensive research to include all the tribes in the Africa.
February 21, 2018 @ 9:18 am
Ruth Carter is one talented woman! What a vision she had! I think there will be knock offs for the kids coming soon!
February 22, 2018 @ 11:49 am
You know it, I’m ready to do a DIY already.
February 21, 2018 @ 11:14 am
Those clothes are true ART. I am going to see Black Panther this weekend and I can’t wait to see all of these beautiful costumes on the big screen.
February 22, 2018 @ 11:48 am
You are in for a treat, they are stunning.
February 21, 2018 @ 12:13 pm
Her designs are absolutely amazing! I hope she continues to designs for movie costumes.
February 22, 2018 @ 11:42 am
Yes, she can’t stop now. She has reached epic levels beyond what she has ever done before.
February 21, 2018 @ 12:52 pm
You’re a lucky gal for always having the chance to meet these talented actors. This might be a good movie to watch.,
February 22, 2018 @ 11:30 am
Oh, the movie without a doubt is incredible.
February 21, 2018 @ 5:35 pm
I can’t believe how talented others are, I guess because I’m not. At all. These designs are something to be proud of. We’re looking forward to the movie.
February 22, 2018 @ 10:56 am
It is fascinating to see how our talents manifest.
February 21, 2018 @ 5:57 pm
We loved Black Panther. Chadwick Bozeman is such a good actor and so are the ladies of course.
February 22, 2018 @ 9:46 am
Yes, he was the perfect for this character.
February 22, 2018 @ 7:56 pm
Loved this article. So much African pride. I loved every single design. It was well crafted and well designed and well thought out. Hoping to see more of her designs in other movies.
February 23, 2018 @ 11:52 am
Yes to all of this Karen.
February 26, 2018 @ 9:10 am
If Ruth Carter doesn’t deserve an Oscar for this film, no one deserves an Oscar. Her work was captivating.
February 26, 2018 @ 1:59 pm
Yes!!!!!
February 26, 2018 @ 1:00 pm
The costume designs were unbelievable! I hope she gets all the accolades she deserves for her work. Kudos for this opportunity! Great questions.
February 26, 2018 @ 1:59 pm
Yes, I need her to create me a design.
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