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Nafessa Williams Discusses Playing A Black Lesbian Superhero In 'Black Lightning'
'Black Lightning' has made quite the positive impression following its debut on The CW in the US and Netflix in the UK. The superhero series is one set apart from its fellow network superhero shows...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 30 January 2018
Salim Akil Wants 'Black Lightning' To Kickstart A 'Lightningverse'
Superheroes are really seeing their day in modern culture. Whether they're taking over the big screen as part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the DC Extended Universe or something else entirely; or are a part...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 29 January 2018
'Black Lightning' Showrunner Salim Akil Discusses Show's Unique Features
Officially picked up at US broadcaster The CW a little earlier this year, upcoming DC superhero series 'Black Lightning' will come to viewers at some point in 2018, allowing the lesser-known member of the DC...
By Daniel Falconer in Movies / TV / Theatre on 14 July 2017
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