The Review at the End of the Universe
“Better Angels” Supergirl closes off its first season by having Kara tested to prove she has what it takes to save the world. The previous episode was certainly uneven and problematic but it did play to the main strength of this show by having Kara put in a situation she was unprepared for to test…
“Myriad” Supergirl prepares for the season finale as Non’s master plan comes into play when he takes control of the population of National City. Mind control is a fairly dodgy trope to use in science fiction as it’s often used as a quick way to resolve conflicts and build tension. In a show where the…
“Strange Visitor From Another Planet” Supergirl explores the origins of the Martian Manhunter when a White Martian attacks threatens National City. J’onn J’onzz aka the Martian Manhunter has had a rich comic book history that comes with a large amount of tragedy. In a lot of ways his origins are very similar to Superman with…
“Childish Things” Supergirl shakes up the status quo a bit when Winn’s father, Winslow Schott Sr. (Henry Czerny) escapes from prison and attempts a reconciliation with his son. Ever since Winn was introduced in the first episode there has been speculation from fans that he might be destined to go down a dark path and emerge…
“Blood Bonds” Supergirl returns after the winter break and picks up right where it left off with Non’s assault on Maxwell Lord’s facility and Kara’s confrontation of him. I mentioned in the review of the last episode that the cliffhanger was a fairly underwhelming one and the resolution does little to redeem it. Kara’s fight…
“Hostile Takeover” Supergirl closes off 2015 with the return of Astra in the midst of a hacking scandal involving Cat Grant leaving Kara stretched trying to deal with everyone. Astra’s return feels a little overdue considering she has been absent since the second episode. I like that Supergirl has taken some time to establish that there…
