Supergirl

Synopsis: When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Supergirl reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion for an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice.

Movie  Review: 

"Supergirl," directed by Craig Gillespie, marks the second installment in the new DCU cinematic universe that James Gunn kicked off last year with his inspiring "Superman" film. This movie draws inspiration from the celebrated graphic novel "Woman of Tomorrow," which has been adapted to create an enjoyable, albeit somewhat generic, comic book flick featuring a standout performance by Milly Alcock. Milly plays Kara, aka Supergirl, and she’s perfectly suited for the role. Her powerful and emotional performance truly makes her the highlight of the film. I really appreciated how they explored her tragic backstory on her home planet, shedding light on her drinking habits and moody demeanor. When she finally embraces her Supergirl persona, it’s both satisfying and engaging. The story takes a turn when she meets a young girl named Ruthye, who is on a quest for revenge after losing her family. Eve Ridley makes a solid acting debut as Ruthye, showcasing great chemistry with Supergirl and a strong-willed personality that’s hard to ignore. While most of the action is fast-paced and entertaining, it does feel a bit repetitive, as if I’ve seen it all before. Jason Momoa shines as Lobo, the notorious alien bounty hunter, bringing his signature charm and humor to the role, making it a joy to watch him on screen. David Corenswet returns as Superman, playing a supportive father figure and offering some solid advice to his cousin. He’s just perfect in this role, and I enjoyed every moment he was on screen. The flashbacks to Krypton and the lore surrounding her home planet were fascinating, and I wish there had been more of that throughout the film. The first 20 minutes felt a bit rushed and repetitive, with scenes of her hitting bars, partying, and getting drunk on repeat, which came off as a bit lazy. Ferdinand Kingsley portrays the villain Krem, who is part of a ruthless gang that kidnaps young girls. Despite his heinous actions, including murder, kidnapping children and poisons dog is an awful villain making silly faces and being totally uninteresting. Sure, the movie has its share of story flaws and pacing issues, but the solid action scenes and Milly Alcock's great performance make it enjoyable. I'm giving 'Supergirl' a 3.5 out of 5 stars.

Director: Craig Gillespie 

Cast: Milly Alcock, Matthias Schoenaerts, Eve Ridley, David Krumholtz, Emily Beecham, Kadiff Kirwan, Thalissa Teixeria, Ferdinand Kingsley, Emily Piggford, Diarmaid Murtagh, Alice Hewkin with David Corenswet and Jason Momoa 

Runtime: 108 Minutes