Shazam! was a fun origin story with a character we knew nothing about. They nailed the humor and the humanity with this foster family turned super hero family story. Definitely a worthy inclusion in the DCEU.
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Lessons Learned from Shazam!
Sky: Everyone is more understanding if you step out ahead and admit your foibles.
- The name Shazam is pretty child-like, and the fact that they poked fun at it in the movie (when Billy laughed at the name) and the trailer gets the audience on their side.
Dusty: Stand up for the little guy
- It took the mention of a “mom”, but Billy turned back and stood up for Freddy against the bullies. If someone can’t defend himself, step up and lend a hand.
Not exactly heroic… yet
Sky: Kids need to feel loved, accepted and wanted.
- Without his mother’s love, Billy Batson felt lost and alone in the world. For all the parents out there, it’s very easy to show your child you love them.
Dusty: No matter what situation you are in, act cool.
- Don’t let ’em see you sweat, nor that you don’t know what you’re doing! But, it makes sense that a 14 year old wouldn’t be able to keep his cool when given super hero powers.
Flossin’!
Sky: Closure isn’t worth striving for.
- Billy spent every moment looking for his mom. Not exactly looking for closure, but to fill a gap in his soul. Looking for closure means you probably live a life of regret and you’re also living in the past. “Live in the NOW!”
Dusty: Look to the help of your family and friends.
- Billy found his family and they all worked together to defeat Dr. Sivana and the 7 Deadly Sins.
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