Filming has officially commenced for the upcoming DC film, Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, directed by Craig Gillespie, known for his work on Cruella and I, Tonya. The announcement was made by DC head James Gunn, who shared the first look image of Milly Alcock portraying Kara Zor-El, a.k.a. Supergirl. Set to adapt a graphic novel by Tom King, the film will follow the story of Ruthye, an alien girl seeking vengeance for her father's murder, with Alcock's Supergirl assisting her. The cast includes Matthias Schoenaerts as the villain Krem, Eve Ridley as Ruthye, David Krumholtz as Zor-El, and Jason Momoa, now playing Lobo. This film is part of Gunn's reimagined DC universe, following the upcoming Superman movie and other exciting projects.

nWhat is the plot of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow?

The plot centers on Ruthye Marye Knoll, who recruits Supergirl to help her seek revenge after the murder of her father by Krem of the Yellow Hills. The storyline is heavily inspired by the acclaimed graphic novel that explores themes of revenge and friendship.

Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is a significant entry in the newly envisioned DC universe, which aims to revitalize characters and storylines. This film builds on the momentum created by previous successful adaptations of DC properties, signaling a fresh approach that could broaden the appeal of the franchise to more audiences. The graphic novel it draws inspiration from was highly praised, making this adaptation something to watch closely for fans of the comics and superhero genre alike.