The British sci-fi series �Supacell� by Rapman (Andrew Onwubolu) has taken Netflix by storm, topping charts globally and holds a perfect 100% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes. This captivating show follows a group of South Londoners who develop extraordinary abilities � from superhuman strength, speed and teleportation to premonitions and flight.
Beyond the fantastical, �Supacell� tackles real-life issues faced by Black Britons. The series subtly weaves in themes of casual racism, healthcare bias, gender inequality, and, primarily, sickle cell anaemia � a health challenge that affects Black communities. Since its release, �Supacell� has racked up over 18 million views in its first few weeks and currently reigns supreme at No. 1 on Netflix�s global top 10 list.
In an exclusive interview with BellaNaija, Rapman, the show�s mastermind (showrunner, creator, writer, and lead director), sheds light on his inspiration. He explains his desire to challenge the perception of sickle cell anaemia as a weakness, �I never understood a disease that predominantly hurts black people. Because our skin is dark something is making us weak. So I said, let me do something. Instead of making us weak, let me do something to make us strong. If something can make us weak, then something can make us strong.�
He also talked about the love story between Dionne and Michael, the importance of infusing the African culture of respect into the series, the possibility of a second season and more.
Watch the full interview below:
