Hollywood Star Jason Momoa Says He Loves His ‘Surreal’ Role in Supergirl
Milly Alcock earns strong praise as Kara Zor-El, while Jason Momoa’s Lobo is described as a scene-stealing debut.
- Following early screenings on Thursday, critics praised the upcoming DC Studios film Supergirl, directed by Craig Gillespie and starring Milly Alcock, ahead of the June 29 theatrical release.
- Acting as a companion to last year's Superman, which earned $618 million, the film continues co-chief James Gunn's DC Universe franchise while establishing its own identity.
- Journalists described the film as shifting into Mad Max territory, praising Alcock for her performance as Kara Zor-El and highlighting the movie's dirty worlds and gross villains.
- Jason Momoa earned praise for his fan-anticipated debut as the antihero Lobo, described by viewers as a scene-stealer; co-stars Eve Ridley and Matthias Schoenaerts strengthen the growing DC Universe.
- While full reviews remain under embargo until next week, early viewer responses suggest the film balances emotional character growth with epic action; the project opens June 29.
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‘Supergirl’ First Reactions: Milly Alcock ‘Shines’ as James Gunn’s DC Universe Embraces ‘Mad Max’ Vibes
“Supergirl” has been unveiled to members of the film press, and it appears James Gunn’s burgeoning DC Universe is staying on track with its second film outing. First reactions for the comic book tentpole are praising leading star Milly Alcock and the movie for shifting Gunn’s DC world into “Mad Max” territory. “It isn’t a classic but it’s fun and hits most of the targets it aims for,” wrote journalist Simon Thompson. “Milly Alcock is great as …
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Belfast TelegraphHollywood star Jason Momoa says he loves his ‘surreal’ role in Supergirl
The American actor, 46, plays intergalactic bounty hunter Lobo in the sci-fi action film.
First 'Supergirl' Reviews Are In — Milly Alcock Steals the Show
The first reactions to “Supergirl” have arrived, and the early response from film journalists has been mostly positive. According to reactions shared by members of the press following an early screening, the movie delivers a different kind of superhero story and gives Milly Alcock a strong chance to shine in the lead role. The film... The post First ‘Supergirl’ Reviews Are In — Milly Alcock Steals the Show appeared first on Comic Basics.
“Supergirl” is Getting Rave Reviews from Early Screenings
Early critic reactions to “Supergirl” are in, and the response is overwhelmingly positive. Here’s what critics are saying. Geeks of Color (@GeeksOfColor) called it “the best blockbuster of the summer,” praising the action, heart, and characters, and singling out Milly Alcock as “a force to be reckoned with,” along with Eve Ridley and Jason Momoa as “pitch perfect” in the role of Lobo. B.M. (@britany_murphs) highlighted Milly Alcock and Eve Ridle…
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