“They Cloned Tyrone”: Redefining Racial Archetypes Through Unlikely Heroes.

“They Cloned Tyrone” on Netflix spotlights John Boyega’s Fontaine as he rescues his retrofuturistic neighborhood, the Glen, from oppressive forces. With the help of Slick (played by Jamie Foxx), Fontaine leads a mission to stop sinister experiments and consumerism-driven control. While it seems like a self-contained story, the film hints at exciting possibilities for a sequel.

John Boyega excels in indie narratives addressing injustice against minorities, as seen in “Attack the Block,” “Breaking,” and “Detroit.” Fans would welcome Fontaine’s efforts to liberate other parts of America, supported by Yo-Yo (Teyonah Parris). In the finale, Fontaine agrees to head to Memphis, setting the stage for him to become a visionary leader and symbol.

“They Cloned Tyrone 2” could see Fontaine’s team targeting the Memphis lab while facing familiar enemies. Kiefer Sutherland’s Nixon and the Glen’s lead scientist imply that similar projects are underway elsewhere, potentially introducing new adversaries with clones. Fontaine now has a growing following, including Glen residents, strengthening his cause against media manipulation.

Another sequel idea emerges from the film’s ending, where another clone of Fontaine, Tyrone, surfaces in Los Angeles. This Compton-based Tyrone witnesses the Glen’s plight and prepares for his own revolution. Exploring LA’s history with racism and police brutality, the sequel could delve into Tyrone’s significance, possibly connecting him to Older Fontaine’s past. The narrative would unravel a web of distrust and manipulation as the lab’s whitewashing of Black individuals comes to light.

With the themes of exploitation and the one percent’s power, a sequel using Tyrone as a vehicle could shed light on societal issues, especially in a city where social inequity is stark. “They Cloned Tyrone” offers an opportunity to explore deeper socio-political commentary while rejuvenating the story.

Catch “They Cloned Tyrone” now on Netflix.