Though it is yet to be confirmed, fansite MCU Exchange claims Ava DuVernay of Selma fame claims will direct Chadwick Boseman in Black Panther, Marvel’s first minority-led superhero movie.
If true, DuVernay’s hiring is a historic one for Marvel, marking her both the first female and the first African-American to helm a flick for the studio.
“Black Panther” will revolve around T’Challa, prince of the land of Wakanda, charged with ascending to his father’s throne and avenging his death.
The film will be released in 2018.
Information from Vanity Fair and MovieFone.com contributed to this report.