The first fan screening of Supergirl introduces DC Studios’ latest take on the character, starring Milly Alcock, alongside Limited Edition-themed collectibles for attendees.
DC Studios takes a daring step into the comic book favorite Supergirl, and after attending a fan-first screening in Corpus Christi, DC still has ways to go but is headed in the right direction with bolder, funnier, and more morally gray character development. While the film underdelivers in certain areas, a highlight is the entertaining performance by young actress Milly Alcock.
Alcock’s interpretation of Supergirl feels refreshing and true to the comic, making Kara Zor-El personable, relatable, and distinct from other live-action heroes such as Wonder Woman and Batgirl. Kara is messy, imperfect, and morally complex. From her first introduction in the post-credits scene of Superman and the opening moments of Supergirl, she presents herself as a heroine who does not fit the traditional superhero mold, a symbol of hope. Instead, she is emotionally complex, dark, and unstable due to her experience of the loss of her people.
In terms of style and direction, the scenes were filled with bold colors, such as Supergirl’s signature blue, red, and yellow. They had strong, imaginative, and action-packed scenes. It made for a fierce introduction to DC’s next chapter in summer 2026. Although the scenes and cinematography delivered, not every visual effectively conveyed the necessary emotion and message needed in specific scenes. A few CGI-heavy edits made certain moments feel unfinished or overly artificial. It ruined the illusion and pulled audience members out of the experience. I appreciate the film’s visual ambition, but it could shift towards a more progressive, humanistic, stylized direction.
Not to mention, a few song choices did not correlate with certain scenes, such as Supergirl’s fight sequence and the song cover of “The Middle.” It felt too lighthearted for the scene and like a failed attempt to emulate James Gunn’s directing style. I felt as though it tried too hard to appeal to a female audience, and I think many forget that women want to see violence mixed in with heavy metal or rock music. I would have preferred the original by Jimmy Eat World.
Despite the inconsistencies, the screening experience itself added to the appeal, with limited-edition collectibles that included a Supergirl pin, a themed popcorn bucket, and a drink cup, making the experience all the more appealing. There’s also a supporting role from Jason Momoa as Lobo, who adds to the interest of DC’s evolving roster.
Ultimately, Supergirl is a mixed bag. It’s intriguing but not fully successful in its execution. It establishes a compelling lead performance and a more comic-accurate, stylized direction for the franchise moving forward. Milly Alcock carries the film’s strongest material as a female lead, and her performance alone makes this a promising step in DC’s new era.
Rating: 3/5
Written by Samantha Ysaguirre
