With Supergirl already facing mounting questions about its dwindling box office prospects, star Milly Alcock has once again generated headlines that have little to do with the film’s story, action, or villains.
During a recent promotional interview, Alcock was asked whether she explored Kara Zor-El’s “queerness” while preparing for the role. While she stopped short of confirming any specific romantic direction for the character in the film itself, the actress offered her own interpretation of Supergirl and what she believes makes the movie unique.
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“I think that what makes this film beautiful is it’s not centered around a man. It’s not centered around love at all. I don’t know, she’ll probably go both ways,” Alcock said.
The comments quickly sparked discussion online and arrive just days after Alcock made headlines for saying she was “honored” by Supergirl’s reputation as a “queer icon.”
Alcock Continues Discussing Kara Through A Modern Lens
Alcock’s latest remarks appear to build on comments she made earlier in the press tour regarding how she views the character.
In a previous interview, she said she was “honored” that many fans have embraced Supergirl as a “queer icon” and argued that Kara appeals to audiences because she “doesn’t live inside the binary of what we think a woman should be.”
Now, when asked directly about Kara’s sexuality, Alcock suggested she believes the character would likely not limit herself to one particular type of relationship.
Importantly, Alcock didn’t reveal any plot details from the film or explicitly state how Supergirl is portrayed in the movie. Instead, her remarks appear to reflect her personal interpretation of the character.
Nevertheless, the comments have generated significant discussion among comic book fans already debating the direction of DC Studios’ upcoming release.
“Not Centered Around A Man”
Perhaps the most noteworthy aspect of Alcock’s response was her explanation for why she considers the movie “beautiful.”
“I think that what makes this film beautiful is it’s not centered around a man,” she said.
That statement will likely be received differently depending on the audience.
A screen capture from the Supergirl trailer – YouTube @dcofficial
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Audiences generally don’t buy tickets because a movie is or isn’t centered on a man. They buy tickets because the story looks compelling, the action looks exciting, or the characters resonate with them.
Yet once again, the conversation surrounding Supergirl has drifted away from the film’s plot, villains, and place within the new DC Universe and toward questions of identity, representation, and modern cultural messaging.
Another Press Tour Headline As Tracking Remains Soft
Under normal circumstances, comments like these might not generate much attention. However, Supergirl isn’t entering theaters under normal circumstances.
Recent box office forecasts have suggested the film could open in a range comparable to The Marvels, The Flash, and far below Black Adam. While projections can change, the film’s tracking has become a growing point of discussion among industry observers.
That makes every aspect of the marketing campaign more important.
Studios typically want the final weeks before release dominated by trailers, action scenes, positive word of mouth, and excitement for the film itself. Instead, much of the conversation surrounding Supergirl has centered on interviews and commentary from its lead actress.
Earlier in the promotional cycle, Alcock also generated headlines after insulting Christian dads while describing criticism she received online and remarking that “If you’re p-ssing the right kind of people off, you’re doing OK.”
Now, the actress is once again at the center of online debate.
DC Needs Audiences Focused On The Movie
Whether audiences agree or disagree with Alcock’s interpretation of Kara Zor-El is ultimately beside the point.
The larger challenge for DC Studios is that many of the biggest conversations surrounding Supergirl continue to revolve around interview quotes rather than excitement for the movie itself.
Supergirl using Heat Vision in the Supergirl trailer – YouTube, DC
Supergirl is one of DC’s most recognizable heroes. She has decades of comic book history and serves as one of the foundational characters connected to Superman and the broader DC Universe.
Yet with opening weekend rapidly approaching, much of the public discussion remains focused on comments made during the press tour.
For a film already facing questions about audience interest and box office potential, that may not be the position DC Studios wants to be in as release day draws closer.
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