After the new Marvel series "Luke Cage" was released, there have been various reactions on the story of the newest hero that joined the fold of Marvel characters in Netflix's backyard. Among the most common responses to the show is the way "Luke Cage" depicts Black Americans in an effort to show how they are perceived by society.
"Luke Cage" Initial Response
For the first time in Marvel's TV shows, the hero is the typical guy who is more unlikely to be a villain than a superhero because he happens to be black. Luke Cage is just a regular guy who works two jobs and lives in the slums.
Although he has special powers, he just wants to be left in peace. But seeing Harlem and the people he cares about in danger, he sets out to hunt villains despite his desire for a quiet life.
While most critics saw the impenetrable skin and the incredible muscle power of the character, they see that the most notable aspect of "Luke Cage" is the way it changes how Blacks are viewed by the society. Cage who walks around in a hoodie would take a bullet for the people he loves. He soldiers on despite the challenges.
Multiple Plot Lines And Characters
On the other hand, one of the biggest complaints about Netflix's "Luke Cage" is how it lacked focus in the first few episodes. The story showed Cage's history through flashbacks; there's a part following a police procedural, and at the same time it tackled the bias against blacks. Although it doesn't have much success in the first few hours, "Luke Cage" was able to tie up all of these in the middle of the show.
The production and the storyline may need more tweaks but the cast behind the show make convincing portrayal of their roles. Mike Colter's Luke Cage has a quiet but deadly vibe while Simone Missick's character as Harlem's detective Misty Knight is impressive.
In the TV series, Cage is more silent and eloquent than his comics counterpart, but it works out for the show as the characters make Harlem a realistic place. The plot, however, could use much improvement.
Despite these shortcomings, the story is hugely popular that reports revealed Netflix servers crashed for a few hours on Saturday, the release date of the 13-episode Marvel series.
