SUPACELL SEASON ONE: A Gritty New Take on the Superhero Genre
SUPACELL SEASON ONE REVIEW
Introduction
Let's rock this! I know, I know, there are too many
superhero contents out there, it's getting out of control. This genre has
become saturated, with everybody under the sun wanting to do their own take. It
just never ends. So yeah, if you are sick and tired of another superhero show,
I don't blame you. But if you have some curiosity left in you, maybe you're
like, Okay, fine, I'll go watch another one, then I highly recommend this show,
SUPACELL SEASON ONE. I've already watched it, and it is fascinating, to say the
least.
SUPACELL SEASON ONE TRAILER
SUPACELL SEASON ONE TRAILER
A Unique Perspective
British rapper turned filmmaker, Rapman, is the guy who
brought you this latest one. He puts his own spin on superheroes by setting the
story in South London and highlighting the housing projects, the street gangs,
and the working-class poor, while also addressing issues of prejudice and
racism. You know what? This whole thing kind of reminds me of that 2011 movie, Attack
the Block. Remember that one? Minus the comedy, of course, because SUPACELL
SEASON ONE leans heavier on the action and drama. What I'm getting at is that I
really like SUPACELL SEASON ONE. This show has its own flavor that makes it
familiar but not too familiar. It takes the superhero origin story to a gritty
underworld in which the characters actually don't deserve their powers because
most of them use their powers for selfish, criminal reasons. This show is bold,
gripping, and enjoyable.
The Story and Characters
Created, showrun, and directed by Rapman, SUPACELL
SEASON ONE is about a group of five ordinary people who unexpectedly develop
superpowers. They have little in common except for one thing: they are all
black South Londoners. It is down to one man, Michael, to bring them all
together in order to save the woman he loves. Starring Tosin Cole as Michael,
Nadine Mills as Sabrina, Eric Kofi-Abrefa as Andre, Calvin Demba as Rodney,
Josh T. K. as Eddie, and Eddie Marsan as Ray.
Criticism and Pacing Issues
My only criticism, and what keeps this show from
getting a perfect score, is that even though the pacing is great, four episodes
in, we still don't know much about the villains and their secret prison. Rapman
gives us glimpses and teases every now and then about the goings-on in that
facility, but the extent of that threat is often reduced to just brief shots of
scientists experimenting on subjects and CCTV cameras observing from a
distance, again and again. I want to know more about them, but sometimes the
show isn't giving us more information, at least not at the rate that I'd like.
Character Development and Visual Effects
That said, I really enjoy the character developments
and the performances by the cast ensemble. The visual effects are simple yet
effective. When it comes to their powers, they really are nothing new: the
usual suspects, super strength, telekinesis, teleportation, and time travel.
This is why I said earlier, familiar but not too familiar, because the powers
are textbook material. It's the character struggles and motivations that make
this show unique. What really drew me in is seeing Michael go through the
difficulties of getting the band together because each and every one of them is
only looking out for themselves. Rapman does a fine job of mapping out their
gradual journeys of eventually joining forces in a grounded, melancholic, and
imaginative manner.
British Flavor and Hip-Hop Influence
This show is very, very British, with tons of street
British slang. I had to watch it with the subtitles on just to catch some of
those peculiar jargons, but the dialogue sounds like real people talking, which
is great. If you are into British hip-hop, there are some guest appearances on
this show that will get you geeking out for sure. Hip-hop music definitely
influences and helps drive the story forward on this show, and the use of a
specialized camera that works well with black or darker skin tones is also a
part of this show's biggest appeals.
Conclusion
So yeah, overall, I give SUPACELL SEASON ONE a rating
of three and a half out of five. Yes, it's another superhero show, but one that
has a slight edge of urban kick to it, which separates itself from the rest. I
really want to see where the story goes from here, so hopefully, it will get a
follow-up season. Fingers crossed
Summery
SUPACELL SEASON ONE is a new superhero series set in
South London, created by Rapman, focusing on five black South Londoners who
gain superpowers. Unlike typical superhero shows, it delves into gritty, urban
environments, highlighting issues like racism and prejudice. The characters,
often using their powers for selfish reasons, must come together under
Michael's leadership to save a loved one. While praised for its unique
perspective, character development, and effective visual effects, the show
suffers from underdeveloped villains and pacing issues. With a strong British
flavor and hip-hop influence, SUPACELL SEASON ONE is engaging and distinctive,
earning a rating of three and a half out of five.
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