The Netflix original hit series Marvel’s Luke Cage aired September 30, 2016, is an adaption of the comic book of the same name created by Archie Goodwin and John Romita, Sr. The Netflix series’ creator is Cheo Hodari Coker, known for his work as one of the writers on the film Notorious, the story of the life and death of Notorious B.I.G (a.k.a. Christopher Wallace). Additionally, the film boasts a list of renowned Producers known for their participation in several Superhero genre films, most notably Stan Lee, the former director of Marvel comics.
Luke Cage is supported by an ethically diverse cast in both lead and supporting roles as well as both a strong male and female presence. The lead actor is played by Mike Colter, known for his role
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Enter detective Misty Knight, the complex main character joined by her longtime partner Rafael Scarfe, both operating as their own antitheses. Misty the good cop, seeks to find the truth behind the emergence of Luke Cage and the flow of dirty money throughout the city. While her partner Scarfe, plays the morally ambiguous cop, who for years lied to Misty while working as one of Cottonmouth henchmen in the force.
The beauty of their relationship is how much Scarfe respects Misty even serving as her personal mentor. When it is revealed that Scarfe was crooked cop on Cottonmouth’s payroll, he had a heart-felt conversation with Misty. Scarfe revealed, all the lies and crime he committed after losing his son and that he could sympathize with Misty on hard it is for a woman and even more so for a woman of color to make it as a detective in the force. Scarfe’s relationship with Misty reveals that, while he was acting on a criminal’s payroll he never faltered in his respect and support of her.
In a similar fashion to Misty and Scarfe’s relationship, Cottonmouth, Shades and Mariah Dillard relationship starts of as a mutually benefiting relationship only shift into a downward spiral when circumstances begin to change. Cottonmouth, partners up with his cousin Mariah in order to launder her money as a way to legitimize her campaign funds as councilwoman. With the emergence of Luke Cage disrupting Cottonmouth’s operation and the influx of funds
Female police officers have been saddled with a stigma ever since they were finally allowed to join their fellow male officers on the force in the 1970’s. It is said that when a female officer is being harsh, she is often called anything other than firm. However, when a male officer is harsh, he is considered firm and just being a man. Female police officers are dubbed incapable of being able to perform their duties equivalent or superior to a male officer simply because she is
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Not more than two years ago, I listened to three minority female officers conversing on the difficulties of being a female officer. Though women have been accepted into police force, it has been a very slow and difficult process. What follows is a brief chronology of their struggle to become assimilated into and become an important part NYC’s “finest” – the N.Y.P.D.
he history of rap has so many unforgettable legends such as Nas and Jay-Z and that is just two that are alive. What about the amazing artist that are no longer with us? Some of the great, highly known rappers are Iggy Azalea and Tupac Shakur. They both have given the world lyrics that have change lives and have given advice to some many people of youth. Tupac is the type of artist that is a big spokesperson on racism, abuse, poverty, and etc. Tupac believed in defending yourself and becoming violent to protect your people. Iggy music is very spunky and energizing in which she symbolizes excitement and having a good time. They both are very wise spoken artist who were very in touch with their fans and others. Which one was better Tupac
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On June 19th 1862 the US Congress prohibits slavery in the United States territories nullifying the Dred Scott
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Christine started her career at a very early age of her life and appointed as a constable in 1973. At those times, women were rarely recruited to the police force and those who were accepted were restricted in types of duties they could do. Women were discriminated in senior positions within the Australian police services. For over three decades Christine has fought for the rights of women and played a significant role in breaking all those barriers that have limited their careers opportunities. Christine worked her way through the ranks mostly in a male dominated culture. Christine is a well renowned personality in the police force and wider community for her anti-corruption approach. She is recognized for her strong personality and high energy. Christine has strong beliefs in valuing all people and working collaboratively with others in partnership to create more
In the beginning of Iron Man, the main protagonist, Tony Stark, was generally a bad person. He was an extreme example of the celebrity stereotype-- flashy, arrogant, self-absorbed, and rude. Stark took personal honors, as well as relationships with others, for granted. But that all changed when Stark was kidnapped by a terroristic rebel group. During his time as a prisoner, Tony saw what horrors his technology could be used for, and later escaped captivity humbled and changed. From the moment he returned, Stark’s character started growing into a caring and heroic figure. Specifically, Tony Stark emerged as a new man, actually caring for his assistant, Pepper Pots, being concerned about what
Both Dade and Julian where fixated on proving themselves right and defending their beliefs about
A theory that an individual’s behavior is most likely based on factors such as personal convictions, personality, or inherited genes is a common belief in nowadays’ society. This theory seems like reasonable and logical because it is quite natural that a person’s behavior follows his or her characters. Malcolm Gladwell, however, in his essay, “The Power of Context: Bernie Goetz and the Rise and Fall of New York City Crime,” examines those factors affecting peoples’ behaviors and comes up with his own theory. Gladwell believes that the environmental conditions have the most significant influence on how one behaves. Throughout his essay, he presents a few different studies to help persuade
Youth is the time of deadly dangers. It is a time where one simple mistake can spiral the rest of one’s life out of control. Although trials and tribulations await for those who enter this stage of life, there are many of those who have survived through this treacherous storm of confusion and angst. Two of these contestants that have made huge strides in this game are Holden Caulfield from The Catcher in the Rye, and Junior from The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian. Holden, a youth from New York, has been expelled from his high school: Pencey Prep. Finally, having enough of his life, he goes out and ventures onto wherever the wind blows. With only himself and his pessimistic personality to brave the world, he desperately clings
For this assignment we had to watch the film From Prison to Home. This film is about people in prison getting out and being on parole. Not only are these people on parole they are trying to live life with obstacles and stay out of trouble. Now this movie in particular follows four men who have been released and are going through a special program, this program is called the African American Program. This program in particular is supposed to be able to help out African Americans get the help they need so they can stay out of trouble. The four men that this movie follows are; Richard, Arthur, Calvin, Randy.
Ethics are a complicated subject which have been developed and debated by philosophers for many years. Many things factor into whether or not an action can truly be deemed ethical, but the most important rule is that no unjustifiable harm come to another person. Media creators often put their characters into situations where one is forced to question whether or not the actions of a character are ethical or even moral. This paper will examine the actions of Matt Murdock from the Netflix series “Daredevil,” and by examining the two philosophies known as The Golden Rule and Hedonism, will attempt to determine whether or not Matt’s actions are truly justifiable.