#Calvin Demba

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Yes!

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Since hardly no one is talking about Supacell, I’m gonna say it…..Rodney is fine

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I did not have "become insanely obsessed with yet another superhero show that actually turns out to be so goddamn good with phenomenal acting and storylines that brought me to tears multiple times" on my Summer 2024 bingo card, but here we are.

If you haven't watched Supacell, remedy that asap.

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SUPACELL (2024– ): Interesting but uneven Black British superhero drama, created by Rapman, about five seemingly unrelated South Londoners — delivery driver Michael (Tosin Cole), nurse Sabrina (Nadine Mills), ex-con Andre (Eric Kofi Abrefa), pot dealer Rodney (Calvin Demba), and gang leader Tazer (Josh Tedeku) — who discover that they have superhuman powers. Michael sets out to find the others after getting a glimpse of the near future in which he learns that his fiancée Dionne (Adelayo Adedayo) will soon be killed. However, Andre is more concerned with reconnecting with his teenage son (Ky-Mani Carty) and finding a job, Sabrina is desperately trying to keep hers while also trying to keep her sister Sharleen (Rayxia Ojo) out of trouble, Rodney is using his super-speed powers to run London's fastest weed delivery service, and Tazer is enmeshed in an escalating gang war against his former mentor Krazy (Ghetts).

The cast is great (Abrefa, Tedeku, Ghetts, and Ojo are especially good), the characters are engaging, the dialogue and setting are convincing, and there are some clever touches (including the eventual explanation of the title in Ep. 6). However, while watching the ways the characters' emerging powers impact their lives is engrossing, the actual superhero plot (which has distinct echoes of the late and unlamented HEROES) feels a bit stale, the characters' powers are not always clearly delineated, the big fight scenes are sometimes blah, and there are some hokey touches (like over-use of the glowing eyes effect seen on the poster image above).

More concerningly, SUPACELL's attitude toward and treatment of Black women is frequently troubling. The very talented Adedayo is wasted — I hated the way the narrative treated Dionne, which at points had me tempted to nope out — and most of the show's Black female characters consistently get very rough treatment with noticeably less sympathy than the men, which cast a gloomy pall over an otherwise compelling series.

CONTAINS LESBIANS? Not that I noticed, and given the show's attitude toward women, I fear any wlw would meet bad ends in short order. VERDICT: Given how relentlessly most nerd media marginalizes and mistreats Black characters and cast, it's great to see Black characters centered in a story like this, but while much of SUPACELL is really quite good, the misogyny left a bad taste.

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UPDATE: Supacell has been renewed for another season.

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THE RIG: SEASON 1

I saw the wave. I saw the ocean, the seabed, the land that was there before. And that’s just the start. It’s like a memory millions of years long. Scars on top of scars, all the way back to the very beginning. It wants me to see, but there’s so much.

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Supacell Trailer

"A group of ordinary people from South London unexpectedly develop super powers with no clear connection between them other than them all being Black. As they deal with the impact on their daily lives, one man has to bring them together to protect the one he loves — all while avoiding the powerful and nefarious agents that have noticed their special abilities." (Netflix)

The series is created, written, and (lead) directed by Rapman, aka Andrew Onwubolu. The series stars Tosin Cole, Nadine Mills, Eric Kofi-Abrefa, Calvin Demba, Josh Tedeku, Adelayo Adedayo, Rayxia Ojo, and Giacomo Mancini.

Supacell hits Netflix in June 2024.

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Supacell gets a season 2

Supacell gets a season 2

Netflix has renewed Supacell for a season 2. It’s about a group of South Londoners who discover they have extraordinary powers (a little like Channel 4’s Misfits, perhaps) and I have to say it’s still on my to watch list. From the press release linked above: The epic story of five extraordinary South Londoners ended its first season with a heartbreaking stunner. “When I come back, they’re all…

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I want Rodney and Sabrina to get together SO BADDDD😩😩😩

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THE RIG (2023) ★★★☆☆

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Prime Video has released the official trailer and first look images of the UK Original The Rig which features the first look at Iain Glen (Game of Thrones), Emily Hampshire (Schitt’s Creek) Owen Teale (Game of Thrones) Mark Bonnar (Guilt, Shetland) Martin Compston (Line of Duty) and Mark Addy (White House Farm, Game of Thrones, The Full Monty) in the highly anticipated upcoming thriller. Filmed at First Stage Studios, and at several exterior locations in Edinburgh.

Director: John Strickland (Bodyguard, Line Of Duty)

Writer: David Macpherson

Mark Bonnar, Martin Compston, Emily Hampshire, Calvin Demba, Rochenda Sandall, Emun Elliott, Iain Glen, Stuart McQuarrie, Owen Teale, Mark Addy.

Episodes: 6

Streaming platform: Amazon Studios

Filming Location: FirstStage Studios

Screen Scotland support: The Rig accessed funding from The National Lottery and Scottish Government through Screen Scotland’s Production Growth Fund to support this significant opportunity for Scotland’s film and tv industry. Enabling the production to base entirely in Scotland and maximise the economic impact to the sector and support industries. The production also undertook an extensive trainee programme through Screen Academy Scotland’s Screen NETs programme, providing invaluable opportunities for new entrants from across Scotland to take the first step in a career in film and tv in Scotland.

Synopsis

The drama will be set on the Kinloch Bravo oil rig, stationed off the Scottish coast in the dangerous waters of the North Sea. When the crew is due to return to the mainland, a mysterious and all-enveloping fog rolls through and they find themselves cut off from all communication with the shore and the outside world. As the rig is hit by massive tremors, the crew endeavour to discover what's driving the unknown force. But a major accident forces them to ask questions about who they can really trust.

The Rig will air on Prime Video in early 2023

Still of Iain Glen in The Rig. Courtesy of Amazon Studios

The Rig on Prime Video stars Martin Compston as communications officer Fulmer Hamilton. (Image credit: Prime Video)

Mark Bonner as Alwyn Evans in Amazon Prime Video's The Rig. (Image credit: Amazon Prime Video

#The Rig

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Supacell on Netflix: A New Kind of Superhero Story for Season 2

Supacell is back! Season 2 of the hit Netflix series has officially been greenlit, and fans couldn't be more hyped. If you missed out on the first season, let me catch you up: Supacell isn't your typical superhero show with capes and world-ending villains. Instead, it’s a fresh, street-level take that’s grounded, gritty, and uniquely Black. It’s like someone took a page from Marvel, mixed it with some South London vibes, and threw in a dash of "what would you do if you suddenly had powers?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Frmk94Etedo Rapman's Supacell Story Created by Rapman, the same genius who brought us "Blue Story," Supacell follows a group of five ordinary Black South Londoners who suddenly develop superpowers. These powers are not the usual flight, super strength, or telepathy. Instead, they're abilities that challenge their users and put them in some seriously tight spots. The only thing these five have in common is their Blackness and their shared community, but now, they've got a new reason to band together. Our reluctant hero is Michael Lasaki, played by Tosin Cole, who steps up to the plate to unite this motley crew of superhumans. Why? Because the love of his life is in danger, and the only way to save her is to bring these misfits together. It’s a story that’s part "Avengers Assemble" and part "I need to pay my rent," which makes it all the more relatable. Supacell's Amazing Reception The show’s first season was a smash hit, landing at the number one spot on Netflix’s Top 10 English language TV charts not once, but twice in July. With 11.8 million views in its first full week alone, Supacell proved that there’s a hunger for superhero stories that look and feel different from the norm. It's no wonder Netflix quickly renewed it for a second season. Critically, Supacell has also been a winner. Aramide Tinubu of Variety praised the show for its deep dive into how individualism has fractured Western societies, particularly within Black communities. Rapman uses the superhero genre as a lens to explore these themes, all while keeping you hooked on action, drama, and a bit of humor. Because let's face it, what's a superhero show without a few laughs? Speaking of humor, the cast is packed with talent who knows how to deliver both punchlines and punches. Adelayo Adedayo, Calvin Demba, Nadine Mills, and Eric Kofi-Abrefa all bring their A-game, making their characters feel like people you could run into on the street—if those people happened to have superpowers. And let's not forget the man behind the camera. Rapman doesn’t just create; he directs, and his vision is all over this show. Alongside Sebastian Thiel and executive producers like Steve Searle and Mouktar Mohammed, Rapman crafts a world that’s vivid, dangerous, and oh-so-real. As we look forward to Season 2, one thing's for sure: Supacell is set to keep us on the edge of our seats. Whether you’re here for the superhero action, the community focus, or just the pure South London swagger, there's something in Supacell for everyone. So, if you haven't binged the first season yet, now’s the time. Trust me, you don’t want to miss out on this cultural phenomenon. (Source: Variety)  

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Supacell Staffel 1: Eine britische Serie mit Superkräften und sozialem Tiefgang

Einführung in Supacell

Am 27. Juni 2024 feierte die britische Serie *Supacell* ihre Premiere auf Netflix und bietet den Zuschauern eine fesselnde Mischung aus Superkräften und sozialer Relevanz. Diese außergewöhnliche Serie, kreiert von Rapman und unterstützt von Sebastian Thiel, erzählt die Geschichte einer Gruppe scheinbar gewöhnlicher schwarzer Menschen aus Süd-London, die plötzlich übernatürliche Kräfte entdecken. *Supacell* hebt sich durch seine tiefgründige Erzählweise und die Darstellung marginalisierter Gemeinschaften von anderen Superhelden-Serien ab.

Die Prämisse

Die Serie dreht sich um eine Gruppe schwarzer Menschen, die durch eine gemeinsame Familiengeschichte der Sichelzellenkrankheit verbunden sind. Sie entwickeln unerwartet Superkräfte und müssen sich in einer feindlichen Umgebung behaupten. Diese ungewöhnliche Prämisse bietet eine tiefere, sozialkritische Perspektive, die weit über typische Superheldengeschichten hinausgeht.

Hauptcharaktere und ihre Superkräfte

"Supacell" verfügt über eine beeindruckende Besetzung talentierter Schauspieler, die ihren Charakteren Tiefe und Authentizität verleihen:

- Tosin Cole als Michael Lasaki, ein Lieferfahrer, der die Zeit teleportieren und manipulieren kann.

- Adelayo Adedayo als Dionne Ofori, Michaels Verlobte und Sozialarbeiterin.

- Eddie Marsan als Ray, der Anführer einer Organisation, die die Supers jagt.

- Nadine Mills als Sabrina Clarke, eine junge Frau mit telekinetischen Fähigkeiten.

- Eric Kofi-Abrefa als Andre Simpson, ein Vater mit finanziellen Schwierigkeiten und Superstärke.

- Calvin Demba als Rodney, ein Drogendealer mit Supergeschwindigkeit.

- Josh Tedeku als Tayo "Tazer" Amusan, der Anführer einer kleinen Bande mit der Fähigkeit der Unsichtbarkeit.

Diese Charaktere navigieren durch ihre neu entdeckten Fähigkeiten, die sowohl Segen als auch Bürde sind, und kämpfen gegen innere und äußere Konflikte.

Entwicklung und Produktion

Andrew Onwubolu, besser bekannt als Rapman, bringt seine einzigartige Vision und kreative Energie in die Serie ein. Die Produktion von *Supacell* war eine technische und logistische Herausforderung, die durch modernste CGI und praktische Effekte gemeistert wurde. Die Dreharbeiten in verschiedenen Vierteln Londons fangen die Vielseitigkeit und den Charakter der Stadt ein, was der Serie eine authentische und packende Kulisse verleiht.

Kulturelle Relevanz und Repräsentation

*Supacell* setzt ein starkes Zeichen für Diversität und Repräsentation. Die Serie zeigt eine breite Palette von Charakteren unterschiedlicher ethnischer und sozialer Hintergründe und thematisiert soziale Ungerechtigkeiten und die Herausforderungen, denen marginalisierte Gemeinschaften gegenüberstehen. Diese Elemente heben die Serie von vielen anderen ab und bieten dem Publikum neue Perspektiven.

Vergleich mit anderen Superhelden-Serien

Im Vergleich zu anderen Superhelden-Serien wie "The Umbrella Academy" oder "Marvel’s Daredevil" zeichnet sich "Supacell" durch seinen realistischen Ansatz und die tiefgründige Charakterentwicklung aus. Während viele Serien stark auf Action und Effekte setzen, legt "Supacell" den Fokus auf menschliche Geschichten und soziale Themen.

Kritiken und Zuschauerreaktionen

Die erste Staffel von "Supacell" wurde von Kritikern und Zuschauern gleichermaßen gelobt. Die Serie wird für ihre authentische Darstellung und innovative Erzählweise gefeiert. Auf Social Media teilen Fans eifrig Theorien und spekulieren über zukünftige Entwicklungen.

Fazit

*Supacell* ist eine faszinierende und tiefgründige Serie, die Superkräfte und soziale Themen auf einzigartige Weise verbindet. Für Fans von Superhelden-Geschichten, die nach etwas Neuem und Tieferem suchen, ist *Supacell* definitiv einen Blick wert. Die erste Staffel lässt auf eine spannende Fortsetzung hoffen, die die laufende Geschichte weiterentwickelt und neue Herausforderungen für die Charaktere bereithält.

Schlussgedanken

Mit seiner Mischung aus Spannung, sozialen Themen und beeindruckender Charakterentwicklung hat *Supacell* das Potenzial, eine wichtige Serie im Superhelden-Genre zu werden. Ich freue mich auf eine mögliche zweite Staffel und darauf zu sehen, wie die Geschichte weitergeht.