The film "Supergirl" introduces Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin, played by Milly Alcock, reimagining her after a tumultuous history in DC Comics. Following her debut in a coda of James Gunn’s Superman (2025), this version presents a traumatized party girl struggling with her origins while portraying a blend of humor and heroism. Directed by Craig Gillespie, known for Lars and the Real Girl and Cruella, the film adapts Tom King and Bilquis Evely’s graphic novel, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, albeit with adjustments to fit the origin narrative.
The plot centers on Kara teaming up with a grieving child, Ruthye (Eve Ridley), seeking revenge on the space villain Krem (Matthias Schoenaerts), underlining themes of vengeance and moral ambiguity. While the film reflects elements of Kings’s work, it also wrestles with its identity; leaning towards familiar superhero tropes while lacking the vibrant eccentrics found in Gunn’s Guardians of the Galaxy. Despite this, Alcock delivers a performance strong enough to navigate the film’s inconsistent pacing.
The movie has generated mixed responses, particularly regarding its conclusion, which struggles to address the juxtaposition of heroism and vengeance. Overall, while offering a fresh take on Supergirl, it may fall short for some comic book fans. Supergirl is currently in UK cinemas.
