'Supergirl' Director and Screenwriter Explain Why They Changed the 'Woman of Tomorrow' Ending
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Brian Hiatt
Summary
An analysis of the creative decision behind Supergirl's ending in the film adaptation of 'Woman of Tomorrow.' Director Craig Gillespie and screenwriter Ana Nogueira explain why they changed the comic book ending, where Supergirl's actions toward the villain Krem differ significantly from the source material. The article explores the discourse around the film's box office disappointment and the controversial narrative choices made by the creative team.
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Rolling Stone'Supergirl' Director and Screenwriter Explain Why They Changed the 'Woman of Tomorrow' Endingrollingstone.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledSupergirl 'didn't meet our box office expectations,' as DC Studios co-CEO Peter Safran told The New York Times.
Supergirl's actions toward the villainous Krem at the end were a major change from Woman of Tomorrow, the comic book miniseries that inspired the film.
Three days before the movie's release, Rolling Stone spoke to director Craig Gillespie and screenwriter Ana Nogueira about their choices for the film's ending.
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