Beyoncé produced, wrote, and directed the project through her company, Parkwood Entertainment, ensuring full creative control over the representation of Blackness in its "full glory". The project was released on Disney+ and served as a visual companion to the 2019 album The Lion King: The Gift .

: It tells the story of a young king’s journey through betrayal, love, and self-discovery, honoring the voyages of Black families throughout time. Artistic Influence

: The film is described as a "love letter to Black identity," focusing on the reclamation of power and the affirmation of Black creatives.

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Beyoncé produced, wrote, and directed the project through her company, Parkwood Entertainment, ensuring full creative control over the representation of Blackness in its "full glory". The project was released on Disney+ and served as a visual companion to the 2019 album The Lion King: The Gift .

: It tells the story of a young king’s journey through betrayal, love, and self-discovery, honoring the voyages of Black families throughout time. Artistic Influence Black Is KingHD

: The film is described as a "love letter to Black identity," focusing on the reclamation of power and the affirmation of Black creatives. Beyoncé produced, wrote, and directed the project through