Black Adam (film)

Black Adam is a 2022 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. It is a spin-off of the Shazam! film and is part of the DC Extended Universe (DCEU). The film stars Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson as Teth-Adam/Black Adam, a powerful antihero with a complex past. The film follows Black Adam's release from imprisonment after 5,000 years, and his subsequent conflict with various factions, including the Justice Society of America (JSA).

The JSA, featured prominently in the film, consists of Hawkman (Aldis Hodge), Cyclone (Quintessa Swindell), Atom Smasher (Noah Centineo), and Doctor Fate (Pierce Brosnan). Their involvement provides a counterpoint to Black Adam's brutal methods, forcing him to confront his own morality and the consequences of his actions. The film explores themes of justice, power, and redemption, presenting Black Adam as a morally grey character whose motivations are both understandable and questionable.

The film's production was marked by various delays and changes, reflecting the broader shifts within the DC cinematic landscape. Directed by Jaume Collet-Serra, Black Adam received mixed reviews from critics, with praise directed towards Johnson's performance and the action sequences, but criticism leveled at the plot and pacing. Despite the mixed reception, the film performed reasonably well at the box office. The future of Black Adam within the DCEU remains uncertain following the restructuring of DC Studios.