Superhero adaptations, especially in film, have it hard when it comes to balancing lightheartedness and drama. The MCU has showcased that too much of the former just taints any dramatic suspense when its characters can't go a scene without cracking a joke. The DCEU showcased that too much of the latter makes you question if it's trying to be like Game of Thrones or The Walking Dead when it comes to Grimdark and cynicism. Then you have Arrow. Nuff Said.
Yet Supergirl shows that optimism and fun can be used if used properly. Supergirl is the kind of series that isn't embarrassed by its superhero tropes. In a way, it embraces it. It introduces both Martian Manhunter and M'Gann. Not a fan of either but I did find the inclusion intriguing.
I also find the Supergirl character adorable and likable. Which is a refreshing change of pace as it would seem that Kara and the series is hardly talked about. Less so than Oliver and Arrow but in the age of the Internet, negativity attracts more than positivity. Is it fair? No. But it's the way it is unfortunately.
Season 2 was considered an improvement and I'm glad they dropped the romance subplot. But it's a CW show now so another one will pop up soon.
I hope Supergirl continues the momentum it's getting.
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