Black Adam 2022

Introduction

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Black Adam is an American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. The film is directed by Jaume Collet-Serra and stars Dwayne Johnson in the lead role as the titular character. Black Adam is part of the larger DC Extended Universe. Black Adam is a powerful anti-hero who was once a champion of the ancient Egyptian gods. After being banished for his tyranny, he returns to the modern world to take on the Justice Society of America, a group of superheroes who seek to protect the world.

Black Adam Table of Contents

•  Details

• Plot

• Release Date

•  Reviews

• Casting

•  Crew

• Character Analysis

• Songs

• Behind the Scenes

• Controversy

• Box Office Collection

• Awards

• Interesting Facts

• Conclusion

Details

Plot

The movie follows the story of Teth-Adam, who gains immense power after bonding with the wizard Shazam's powers. Teth-Adam becomes Black Adam, an antihero who uses his powers for personal gain and to fight against the forces of evil.

The film explores the character's origin story and his journey from a slave to a notorious antihero. Black Adam's powers and abilities, including superhuman strength, speed, agility, and invincibility, make him a formidable force to be reckoned with. He becomes known as the protector of the ancient Egyptian gods and uses his powers to protect them from their enemies. However, due to his brutal ways, he has been banished and imprisoned.

However, he is later released because of the involvement of some rebels seeking to liberate their people from the dictatorial government. Black Adam is set to return to the world after years of absence to avenge the injustices he has suffered and reclaim his place as a hero. But, once again, his brutal ways force a bunch of heroes to act.

The film features the Justice Society of America, a team of superheroes who are set to confront Black Adam. The team that makes an effort to stop him includes Hawkman, Atom Smasher, Cyclone, and Doctor Fate. However, there is another enemy that must be eliminated. Thus, they finally come together for the collective good.

Release

Black Adam was released in India on October 20, 2022. The film was released in theatres in the United States on October 21, 2022. Mexico had the earliest release on October 3rd. The movie was also released on Amazon Prime.

Reviews

The reviews of the movie were mixed, with some praising the casting choice and others expressing skepticism about the plot. The film's dark and intense tone has received praise from some fans, while others feel that it may not be the right fit for a superhero movie. 

Some fans praised the special effects and action scenes, while others thought they were underwhelming in comparison to other superhero flicks. The film received a 6.4 rating from the well-known critic website IMDb. However, Rotten Tomatoes' movie rating was surprising, with 38% on Tomatometer and 88% Audience Score.

Casting

• Dwayne Johnson - Teth Adam/Black Adam.

• Aldis Hodge - Carter Hall/Hawkman (Justice Society of America {JSA} member).

• Noah Centineo - Albert Al Rothstein/Atom Smasher (JSA member).

• Pierce Brosnan - Kent Nelson/Doctor Fate (JSA member).

• Quintessa Swindell - Maxine Hunkel/Cyclone (JSA member).

• Marwan Kenzari - Ishmael Gregor/Sabbac (Kahndaq’s rebel fighter).

• Sarah Shahi - Adrianna Tomaz (Kahndaq’s rebel fighter and an ally for the heroes).

• Bodhi Sabongui - Amon Tomaz (Adrianna Tomaz’s son).

• Mohammed Amer - Karim (Kahndaq’s rebel fighter and Adrianna's brother).

• Djimon Hounsou - The Wizard Shazam.

• Viola Davis - Amanda Waller.

• Henry Cavill - Superman/Clark Kent.

Crew

Black Adam is directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, known for his work on Orphan and The Shallows. The film was produced by Dwayne Johnson, Beau Flynn, Hiram Garcia, and Dany Garcia, with a screenplay written by Adam Sztykiel, Rory Haines, and Sohrab Noshirvani

The cinematography was handled by Lawrence Sher, who has worked on films such as Joker and The Hangover. The film's production design will be handled by Tom Meyer, who is known for Real Steel. Bill Westenhofer, who also worked on Wonder Woman, another DC movie, oversaw the visual effects. Weta FX, UPP, Scanline VFX, Digital Domain, DNEG, Rodeo VFX, Lola VFX, Cantina Creative, Tippett Studio, and EDI Effetti Digitali Italiani were some of the visual effects providers.

The editors of Black Adam were Mike Sale and John Lee. The soundtrack for the film was composed by Lorne Balfe.

Character Analysis

Dwayne Johnson as Black Adam

Dwayne Johnson, also known as The Rock, plays the main character, Black Adam. He is a powerful and unpredictable antihero who was a former slave who gained immense strength and magic powers after being chosen as the champion of the Egyptian god Shazam.

Aldis Hodge as Hawkman

Joining Dwayne Johnson in the cast is Aldis Hodge as Hawkman, the leader of the Justice Society of America. 

Noah Centineo as Atom Smasher

Noah Centineo is the Atom Smasher a young hero with the ability to grow to immense size and strength. 

Pierce Brosnan as Doctor Fate

Pierce Brosnan portrays the role of Doctor Fate. He is the most experienced member of the team with the power to see the future. 

Quintessa Swindell as Cyclone

Maxine Hunkel, known by her superhero name Cyclone is played by Quintessa Swindell. Her character has the power to control the wind. 

Marwan Kenzari as Ishmael Gregor

Marwan Kenzari plays the role of Ishmael Gregor, a rebel fighter who turns into the monster, Sabbac. 

Sarah Shahi as Adrianna Tomaz

Adrianna Tomaz, played by Sarah Shahi, is a rebel fighter as well, but she fights for Kahndaq rather than herself, and she eventually teams up with Black Adam to free the city's people. 

Bodhi Sabongui as Amon Tomaz

Amon Tomaz, the son of Adrianna, who befriends Black Adam, is portrayed by Bodhi Sabongui.

Songs

Behind the Scenes

PlayFirstly, the film has been directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, who has a track record of creating high-energy, action-packed films such as The Shallows and Non-Stop. He has been working closely with the film's producer, Dwayne Johnson, to bring Black Adam's story to life. Johnson has been involved in every aspect of the film, from the casting to the visual effects, to ensure that it meets his high standards.

Another aspect of the film is the production design. The team behind Black Adam has been working tirelessly to create a world that is both believable and exciting. From the detailed sets to the intricate costume designs, the film promises to be a visual feast for fans of the DC universe.

Finally, the film's special effects team has been working hard to create the film's action sequences. The film has some of the most epic fight scenes ever seen on screen, and the special effects team has been working closely with the director and choreographer to make sure that every punch, kick, and explosion looks as real as possible.

Black Adam is a film that has been in development for years and has undergone a lot of hard work and attention to detail to bring its story to life.

Controversy 

The Black Adam movie has been at the center of controversy ever since its announcement. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, the film stars Dwayne Johnson as the titular character, a powerful antihero in the DC Comics universe. The controversy stems from the portrayal of the character and the perceived cultural appropriation by the filmmakers.

Black Adam is a Middle Eastern superhero and is considered one of the most important characters in the DC universe. However, the film has faced criticism from fans and critics alike for casting Dwayne Johnson in the role. 

Additionally, the film has faced criticism for its portrayal of the character, with many fans accusing the filmmakers of oversimplifying the complex cultural and political elements of the character's backstory. Many believe that the film is perpetuating harmful stereotypes and ignoring the real-world issues that the character was originally created to address.

Box Office Collection

The movie made a worldwide profit of $393 million. Black Adam made $168.2 million in the United States and Canada along with $224.8 million in other countries. The film was not a box office flop, but it underperformed.

Awards

Interesting Facts

• Dwyane Johnson has been pushing for years to get this film into theatres. He also persuaded DC to include Superman in Black Adam.

• Black Adam was almost an A-rated (R-rated) film, but the studios agreed against it since it would result in a lesser box office collection.

• Dwyane Johnson didn't like Black Adam's first outfit.

• Pierce Brosnan was concerned about his clothing because he couldn't see due to his helmet. He added that wearing a motion capture outfit is the least appealing thing to do.

Conclusion 

Despite the fact that the film was not a box office success, Black Adam has grabbed the hearts of viewers with his compelling background and amazing strength. His transformation from villain to anti-hero symbolizes the power of redemption and second chances.

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