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Briefly she witnesses freedom until she is shot and killed by shadowy armed guards.
Such a metaphor is one of the many commentaries running through Supacell.
From an industry perspective, the idea of Blackness has always been trapped in a cage.
But what happens when you take creative ownership of the narrative?
Through an unapologetic Black lens, Rapman dares to break the cycle.
Or the power of Afrofuturism in imagining the African continent free from slavery and colonisation inBlack Panther?
And yes, it is brilliantly unapologetic.
Straight from the jump, Supacell presents a grounded approach to superhero culture.
South London is its backdrop and its musical influences such as Ms Banks and Giggs set the vibes.
Its the foundation for Rapman to recruit his Avengers.
Lastly, Rodney (Calvin Demba), craves the financial reward from selling drugs on the streets.
Andres Incredible Hulk gift stems from being fired and having no money in the bank to feed his son.
Episode by episode, the series pulls back those layers.
Right now, were in the golden age of diverse superhero characters.
Such stories provide resonance for voices that rarely get the space and opportunity to tell them.
And this is only the beginning of Supacells inspired journey.
Based on this season, Rapman has more exciting stories to tell.
Supacell is available to stream now on Netflix.
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