User blog:Tiattxox/5 reasons DC are setting themselves up for an epic comeback with 2019 film 'Shazam'

You might be asking “who/what is Shazam?” and “How can he possibly save DC from their past Motion picture flops?” *cough*batman vs superman*cough*

This mysterious Superhero has been around since 1939. Formerly named Captain Marvel. That's right, a character who has been around almost as long as Superman and Batman, and who beat both of them to the screen with Republic Pictures'  The adventures of Captain Marvel, hasn't been seen in theatres in almost 75 years.

So why is he called ‘Shazam’ and not Captain Marvel ?

In the '60s, Marvel Comics trademarked the name Captain Marvel for their own Kree alien superhero, which meant when DC licensed the Fawcett characters in 1972, they had the Fawcett character named Captain Marvel, but couldn't call the comic Captain Marvel, so they used his transformation cry “Shazam!” for the title.

#1 Shazam is potentially the strongest DC character.
Given the power of seven Gods by the wizard Shazam, Billy Batson (played by Asher Angel) has the ability to transform into the form of Shazam(played by Zachary Levi). So who is Shazam? Well, to put it bluntly, he’s pretty much one of the most powerful beings in the universe. By simply saying the word Shazam!

Shazam is an acronym for his powers, each letter represents a quality of a mythological being that Billy possesses: The wisdom of Solomon, the strength of Hercules, the stamina of Atlas, the power of Zeus, the courage of Achilles, and the speed of Mercury.

In 2009 DC comics gave us ' Batman/Superman public enemies', '''where we saw Shazam overpower both Batman and Superman. Yes… Batman and Superman. despite common belief that superman is the most powerful DC character. This will hopefully give both DC and Marvel comic fans a fresh face to appreciate on the big screen.'''

#2 Shazam will open the door to the DCEU on the big screen.
Because Shazam was not given the limelight as much as he could have in the DC comics it made it easier for creators to weave him into the DC extended universe.

This meant he ended up battling Characters like'Oggar, the World's Mightiest Immortal' who brings ties into the mythological EU, and 'Aunt Minerva' a dangerous criminal mastermind that looks like a sweet old lady.

Therefore if Shazam does go on to becoming a sequel then it could give the DCEU a pathway to make it onto the big screen, this means DC comics racking up a bunch of revenue for DC and Loads of chances to re-create their reputation.

#3 Shazam is bringing another ICONIC super-villain to the Big screen… Black Adam!
Ancient Egyptian prince named Teth-Adam, was named Captain Marvel thousands of years before Billy Batsons’ ‘Shazam’.

So … is he a hero then? No.

The difference is, Teth-Adam allowed the power to corrupt him, and he was ultimately banished to another realm. Eventually he returned, none too thrilled to learn that he'd been replaced.

Black Adam is the Charismatic, sadistic villain we all love and he is to be played by none other that Dwayne ’the rock’ Johnson. Yes ‘the rock’ is joining the DC Universe.

HOWEVER 

Black Adam will not appear in the Shazam movie!

Producers say that Black Adam may have an extremely short cameo in the movie and that the ‘Shazam’ film is simply a set up for the Black Adam movies.

It is unconfirmed but DC comics have also teased new lines’ creation of a Back Adam movie and sequel. Note to studio executives: When you have The Rock in your corner, you use him as often as possible.

#4 Shazam will serve us some well needed Comedy.
If you look at ‘Shazam’ screenwriter Darren Lemke's other credits (Turbo, Jack the giant slayer and the Goosebumps movie), you can see that they chose someone who can do a mix of family-friendly humour and high adventure.

With stars like Jack Dylan Grazer (playing Captain Marvel junior) and Mark strong (playing Dr Sivana), the Shazam movie has potential to have some really funny moments.

Young actor Jack Dylan Grazer Known for being able to portray relatableness and comedy in his characters such as his hilarious portrayal Eddie Kaspbrak in 2017 horror movie ‘IT’( bit of a hit or miss movie but anyway that’s not the point…).

We hope Jack can bring some of that comedy into the DCEU where admittedly they are lacking. To the joy of all DC fans out there, This could help DC movies get onto marvels level in the cinematic industry and help them break out of the Gritty, Dark and depressing DC stereotype.

We all know Marvel are very good at incorporating comedy into their movies and that along with the storyline its what makes the movies work so well.

So to all the DC fans, here’s hoping that this movie can provide that so called “oomph” that we have been wishing for since man of steel.

#5 Parents are going to LOVE it.
Ever read ''Shazam! Power of Hope?'' No? ok ill tell you the short version. Billy Batson A.K.A ‘Shazam’ wanted to go to a baseball game so badly, but he opted instead to visit the sick at a children’s hospital because of the ultimate goodness of his heart. This is where the true beauty of the Shazam movie should lie—in that Billy Batson sees the world through his pure, pure heart. Sure, the gritty movies are all well and good, but it’s so rare for superheroes to be a force for ultimate goodness these days that we crave for it so much, and, perhaps, Shazam is the answer we’ve been looking for all these years.

Billy Batson is an orphaned boy who has to learn to survive on his own in the world. Parents will have a chance to remind their children of just how fortunate they really are and not to mention the impact this movie will have on orphaned children around the world.

They will be able to have a hero for themselves and a new person to dress up as for Halloween!

Shazam as a character is always taking the moral high ground.

Parents will be glad to have a superhero for their children who isn’t chasing a damsel in distress or fulfilling a lifetime vendetta. A superhero who is a child himself and can inspire kids to be like him…minus the inhuman abilities. Kids around the world will be whispering the word Shazam whenever they need some encouragement or feel like they want to be ‘super’ and we can’t wait.

'''In conclusion Shazam has all the foundations to create a blockbuster HIT. So Marvel had better watch out because DC is coming back with a bang with a SHAZAM!'''