'Supergirl' Crashes and Burns

TL;DR

The Supergirl movie is the latest installment designed to expand the DC Comics interconnected franchise.
The film focuses on Supergirl's grief and loss after her home world of Krypton's destruction.
Director Craig Gillespie, known for 'Cruella' and 'I, Tonya', helms the project.
Despite a charming performance from Milly Alcock, the movie is described as disorganized character study and franchise filler.
The plot involves Supergirl defending an orphaned girl, Ruthye, from a brigand named Krem of the Yellow Hills, and rescuing her dog Krypto.
Superman makes brief appearances, and the alien bounty hunter Lobo is included for universe-building.
The script adapts 'Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow' comic series, featuring sci-fi elements reminiscent of 'Guardians of the Galaxy'.
The film's moral code, imported from Superman, clashes with its narrative of bounty hunters and outlaws.
The movie is considered a mildly diverting whiff with shortcomings in its villain portrayal and character arcs.

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