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Why Jennifer Shouldn’t Suit up for ‘Black Lightning’ Season 2

Why Jennifer Shouldn’t Suit up for ‘Black Lightning’ Season 2

by Jay Ruymann

In the final monologue of Black Lightning Season 1, it became clear that after saving both her mother’s and father’s lives, Jennifer sees her powers similarly to Anissa, “as a blessing from God.” Jennifer has spent episodes denying her abilities and how her life has changed, but it looks like…

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How ‘Black Lightning’ Is Advancing Superhero Television

How ‘Black Lightning’ Is Advancing Superhero Television

by Jay Ruymann

Though Black Lightning is only finished with Season 1, the series has already begun with a unique twist on hero origins, and the potential for the show is enough to change how The CW conducts their superhero business going forward. On every topic that fans are concerned with, Black Lightning…

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Black Lightning Review: Shadow of Death (Season 1 Episode 13)

Black Lightning Review: Shadow of Death (Season 1 Episode 13)

by Candice Horde

The season finale of Black Lightning explores Jefferson’s brush with death, the Pierce family bond, and what happens when you mess with the family. On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 13, Anissa and Jefferson hold off Martin Proctor’s own Seal Team 6, while Gambi and, surprisingly, Lynn hold down the…

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Black Lightning Review: The Book of Pain (Season 1 Episode 12)

Black Lightning Review: The Book of Pain (Season 1 Episode 12)

by Candice Horde

On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 12, Khalil comes back into the fold as Tobias’s new minion. And to keep the school safe, Anissa fights the silent assassin and Black Lightning goes toe to toe with Tobias. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 12 gives us a Jefferson and Lynn reconciliation.…

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Black Lightning Review: Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion (Season 1 Episode 11)

Black Lightning Review: Black Jesus: The Book of Crucifixion (Season 1 Episode 11)

by Candice Horde

On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 11, Jefferson gets arrested and Anissa and Gambi come up with a plan to free him. However, Inspector Henderson is the one who ultimately saves Jefferson and cleanses the police department of corruption. On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 11, Inspector Henderson acts as…

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Black Lightning Review: Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption (Season 1 Episode 10)

Black Lightning Review: Sins of the Father: The Book of Redemption (Season 1 Episode 10)

by Candice Horde

On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 10, “Sins of a Father,” Jefferson finally forgives Gambi. We get more details on Jennifer’s powers. And lastly, they reveal a character we’ve seen countless times before is actually working for the ASA. Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 10, “Sins of a Father,” gives…

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Black Lightning Review: The Book of Revelations and The Book of Little Black Lies (Season 1 Episodes 8 and 9)

Black Lightning Review: The Book of Revelations and The Book of Little Black Lies (Season 1 Episodes 8 and 9)

by Candice Horde

On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 9 and 8, Anissa shows natural superhero talent as she gets into a superhero groove under the guidance of Jefferson. Gambi and Jefferson grow estranged after Gambi confesses his past mistakes, and Jennifer struggles with the reality that she also has superpowers in a…

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Black Lightning Review: Equinox: The Book of Fate (Season 1 Episode 7)

Black Lightning Review: Equinox: The Book of Fate (Season 1 Episode 7)

by Candice Horde

Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 7, “Equinox: The Book of Fate” shows Jefferson and Lynn coming to terms with Annisa’s new superhero role, more information regarding Gambi’s shadiness, and the death of the only villain I cared about, Lady Eve.  On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 7, “Equinox: The Book of…

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Black Lightning Review: Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder (Season 1 Episode 6)

Black Lightning Review: Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder (Season 1 Episode 6)

by Candice Horde

On Black Lightning Season 1 Episode 6, “Three Sevens: The Book of Thunder,” Black Lightning and Anissa have a big showdown with Anissa holding her own until the last minute. Jennifer and Khalil’s relationship comes to a head, leaving Khalil to turn to Tobias in his time of depression. And…

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Why Jennifer Pierce Needs Her Powers Now on ‘Black Lightning’

Why Jennifer Pierce Needs Her Powers Now on ‘Black Lightning’

by Jay Ruymann

We’re just beginning to learn about Anissa’s powers on Black Lightning (and Jefferson’s, too, though he’s been a superhero for much longer), but Jennifer Pierce is getting screwed over. This has to change… soon. Black Lightning is creating a superhero family with the Pierces, but as they all slowly grow…

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