Black Adam Movie Review

Overview

Black Adam is a superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name, starring Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson as the titular character. The film follows the story of Teth-Adam, a young boy chosen by ancient wizards to be the champion of the people of Kahndaq 5000 years ago, as he battles the tyrannical king Anh-Kot and the modern-day Intergang that has taken over the city. Along the way, Teth-Adam is aided by archaeologist Adrianna Tomaz, her son Amon, and the Justice Society of America.

Analysis

Black Adam is an action-packed film that manages to balance drama and action effectively, with well-choreographed fight scenes and stunning visuals. The acting is strong, with Dwayne Johnson delivering a standout performance as Black Adam and the supporting cast, including Sarah Shahi and Aldis Hodge, also delivering solid performances. The story is engaging, with a clear sense of purpose and stakes, and the film’s themes of redemption and the cost of power are handled well. However, some viewers may be disappointed by the relatively slow start and the lack of a strong, clearly defined villain. Overall, Black Adam receives a rating of 4 out of 5.

Acting

Dwayne Johnson excels as Black Adam, bringing depth and emotion to the character while also showcasing his impressive physicality in the action scenes. Sarah Shahi and Aldis Hodge also deliver strong performances as Adrianna Tomaz and Carter Hall / Hawkman, respectively. The rest of the cast, including Bodhi Sabongui as Amon and Marwan Kenzari as Ishmael, also give solid performances.

Visuals and Action

Black Adam boasts impressive visuals, with the action scenes being particularly noteworthy.