'Part of the inspiration for 'Black' came from my experiencing the lack of representation in comics publishing and how that directly relates to the scarceness of Black characters. Osajyefo said he hopes the series can convey a more accurate representation of Black people in the media. 'The thought-provoking concept caught our attention early on, and we're proud to play a role in bringing this story to the screen.' 'Black' represents a new generation of storytellers and creators who can accurately tell Black stories with the type of care the industry has lacked for decades,' Robinov said. 'We became involved in the development of this story over a year ago. Robinov said the 'Black' series helps mark a new era in the industry. The team has yet to attach a director to the project. Studio 8's Jeff Robinov, Guy Danella, and John Graham have come on as producers alongside Black Mask Studio's Matteo Pizzolo, Brett Gurewitz, Osajyefo and Smith 3.

The man finds himself in the middle of a war for control of humankind. The team of extraordinary individuals team up to fight against a clandestine association that seeks to control and possess them. Since then, 'Black' has released an entire universe of comics and books featuring original artists and writers like Jamal Igle, Khary Randolph, Jennifer Johnson, Vita Ayala, and Liana Kangas.īryan Edward Hill ( DC's Titans ) wrote the script for 'Black,' centering on a lone young man who survives a horrific event and comes to the realization that he is a part of a larger group of gifted people. Osajyefo originally came up with the universe concept more than a decade ago, garnering mass appeal after a Kickstarter campaign raised over $90,000.

'Black' is an adaptation of the 'Black Mask' comic series from creators Kwanza Osajyefo and Tim Smith 3.

has acquired the 'Black' series about a universe where only Black people have superpowers, Deadline reports.

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