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Supacell

Supacell

7.5

A multifaceted drama and gang warfare story that can get rocky with superhero elements

TV Show

United Kingdom
English
Action & Adventure, Drama, Sci-Fi & Fantasy
2024

TLDR

Umbrella Academy in the streets.

What it's about

A group of people with loose connections to each other spontaneously develop superpowers in this sci-fi series exploring racial identity and community.

The take

Our cold open sees a classic patient on the loose scene, then quickly followed by the multifaceted drama and gang warfare that sits at the heart of the story — a multi-pronged attack that doesn’t always merge so smoothly. High tension happens within the sci-fi elements that the viewer is always learning to process, which can be an efficient way to pick up on many aspects of the story, but it can also feel like a juggling act. There’s a little bit of everything here mood-wise: a little romance, family drama, superpowers, and unintentional comedy. When it all gels, it’s pretty straightforward, but never truly feels like a silky smooth ride.

What stands out

What is the difference between teleporting and running at the speed of light?

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