The weekend has arrived, Netflix launched a battery of productionsamong which a six-episode miniseries appeared that was among the most watched.
Is about ““Supacell”, a suspense and drama series with fantastic elements of British origin, created by Rapman and released on Netflix on June 26, 2024.
The production consists of 6 episodes approximately 45 minutes each.
What “Supacell” is about
Supacell tells the story of five young African-Americans living in South London: Michael, Dionne, Kemi, Jamal and Jerome. Their lives take an unexpected turn when, overnight, they develop superpowers.
Michael, tormented by a vision of an apocalyptic future, decides to rally the others to prevent catastrophe. Each of the young people has a unique power that they must learn to control to work together and save the world.
Characters
Michael: The leader of the group, obsessed with preventing the apocalyptic future he saw in a vision.
Dionne: A young woman with the power of invisibility.
Kemi: A street artist who can control the elements.
Jamal: A young man with superhuman strength.
Jerome: A hacker with the ability to control technology.
The topics
Supacell explores various topics such as racism, social inequality, identity and responsibility. The series also reflects on the power and the consequences of its use.
How was it received by critics?
Supacell has received positive reviews from audiences and the specialized press. The series has been praised for its originality, fast-paced nature and complex characters. Its representation of the African-descended community in the United Kingdom has also been highlighted.
Some additional information about “Supacell”
Release date: June 26, 2024
Duration: 6 episodes of approximately 45 minutes
Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Gender: Suspense, Drama, Fantasy
Production companies: Clerkenwell Films, Chalkboard Productions
Creator: Rapman
Address: Rapman, Femi Oyeniran
Script: Rapman, James Watson
Music: Lex Kay, Joshua Grimble
Photography: Tom Ellingham
Mounting: Ben Coulton
Distribution: Jota Aku, Brian Okoye, Nicole Lee, Zaqiyah Evans-Akala, Jamil Roux
