This image released by Disney-Marvel Studios shows, from left, Danai Gurira, Lupita Nyong'o and Florence Kasumba in a scene from "Black Panther." Gurira says the representation of women in “Black Panther” is important for young girls to see. (Matt Kennedy/Disney/Marvel Studios via AP)
The film "Black Panther" has inspired black cosplayers around the country to be more visible within the cosplay community.
(Courtesy Tamara Heredia)A piece from the "Black Panther" Dora Milaje warrior costumes that Tamara Heredia and a friend are making. (Courtesy)A piece from the "Black Panther" Dora Milaje warrior costumes that Tamara Heredia and a friend are making. (Courtesy)