Black Is King

Black Is King is a musical film and visual album inspired by the 2019 remake of The Lion King. It reimagines the story of The Lion King for a modern-day audience, tracing a young king's journey through betrayal, love, and self-discovery. The film celebrates Black culture, ancestry, and the power of Black identity through stunning visuals and music.

Black Is King was met with generally positive reviews, with critics praising its visual artistry, ambitious scope, and powerful celebration of Black culture and identity. Some found the narrative less cohesive than the music and visuals, but overall, it was lauded as a significant artistic statement by Beyoncé.

• Praised for its breathtaking visuals and vibrant celebration of African culture.

• Lauded as a powerful artistic statement and a visual album that explores themes of identity and heritage.

• Some critics noted that the narrative could be dense, but the overall impact was overwhelmingly positive.

Google audience: Google users largely appreciated the film's stunning visual aesthetic, its celebration of Black culture and heritage, and Beyoncé's artistic vision. Many found it inspiring and visually captivating, though some noted that the plot was secondary to the visuals and music.

Nominated for a Grammy Award for Best Music Film.

The film was shot over several weeks in various locations across Africa, including South Africa, Ghana, Nigeria, and Senegal, as well as in London and the United States.