"An iconic film deserves iconic architecture"
In this week's comments update, readers voice their thoughts about the influence of Zaha Hadid on the afrofuturist architecture in new Marvel movie Black Panther.
Wakanda forever: production designer Hannah Beachler told Dezeen that visits to Zaha Hadid buildings informed the aesthetic of Wakanda, the fictional country featured in Black Panther, which some Dezeen readers hadn't picked up on.
"Love the sets in this film, now I know why," wrote a newly-informed Hunter Wells.
ArchitecturalDesigner felt the claims were a stretch: "I'm really struggling to see the Zaha influence. I haven't actually seen the film but from the stills, any architectural suggestion looks a bit arbitrary."
"The overt characteristics of Zaha Hadid structures combine in a utilitarian way curved, futuristic structures with references to natural elements" responded, Cy Husain, who clearly saw a link. "Skyscrapers with thatched roofs" You seriously want to discuss architecture there"" pointed out Dandy incredulously.
"The thatch is made of vibranium ? you know what that does to the building," fired back Spadestick, cheekily referencing the miracle metal in the movie.
M Lindbergh indicated that some people needed to take the situation less seriously:Â "This is a Marvel fiction movie, nothing usually makes sense in their movies. On a separate note, glad Zaha Hadid continues to inspire."
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