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In the ever-evolving landscape of superhero cinema, casting decisions can often stir heated debate. Recently, a significant uproar emerged over James Gunn’s casting choice for DC’s new superhero lineup.
Even though the announcement of casting another actress and replacing Sasha Calle was exciting to some, critics appreciated her rendition of the character. The actress was largely overlooked in the DCEU, which has sparked discussion about the fairness of this transition and whether her performance received the recognition it deserved.
The Backlash Over James Gunn’s Decision
Milly Alcockbeing cast inSupergirlignited waves of backlash, particularly regarding the treatment ofSasha Calle’sportrayal of the character. Calle appeared inThe Flashas Supergirl and delivered a memorable performance, which set a new standard. In astatementgiven to The Wrap,James Gunnsaid the following:
This is a very different type of Supergirl. In our [film], we see the difference between Superman, who was sent to Earth and raised by loving parents from, you know, the time he’s an infant, versus Supergirl, who was raised on a rock chip-off of Krypton and watched everyone around her die and be killed in terrible ways for the first 14 years of her life, and then came to Earth when she was a young girl and is much more hardcore. She’s not exactly the Supergirl we’re used to seeing.
So, clearly, the series is aiming to portray a different version of Supergirl with a much more refined and hardcore backstory. Alcock’s depiction of a young Rhaenyra Targaryen inHouse of the Dragonsis what caught Gunn’s eyes, and he shared the same in aThreadspost.
However, James Gunn’s announcement stated that Calle’s portrayal had been relegated to a mere footnote in the DCEU narrative.
she deserved a 2nd chance as super girl
Did not like The Flash, shit was horrible. But I really enjoyed Sasha Calle as Supergirl. Would have loved to see her and Henry Cavill in a movie together.
She was definitely the best thing in that Flash movie
I really do think Gunn would have been fine just rehiring Sasha. Milly was pretty good in house of the dragon, and have no doubt she’ll do fine as supergirl. But Sasha definitely deserved more than just the flash
Fans expressed their frustration on social media, questioning Gunn’s decision. They wanted Calle’s fresh and compelling portrayal of Supergirl to have a more prominent future in the DC franchise.
Sasha Calle Congratulates The FutureSupergirl
Despite the conflicting opinions floating online, Sasha Calle was extremely supportive of Milly Alcock and only had kind words to offer. When she wasinterviewedby IndieWire and asked to give a message to the newSupergirl, Calle only offered her love and support.
“Have so much fun, you look so badass, I love that, yeah just fckng kill it!”
Her words reflect a positive attitude about Alcock’s role, even when the future of her involvement with DCEU remains uncertain. As the franchise moves forward, Milly Alcock will have big shoes to fill, and Calle’s performance will undoubtedly be remembered as a pivotal moment for the character of Supergirl.
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As the DC Universe continues to evolve, casting decisions and shifting visions will often clash with what the audience desires. While some would be thrilled to see Alcock join the franchise, others are upset over Calle’s uncertain future. However, the actress will likely get more amazing prospects because simply being in DCEU will open many doors for her, possibly one in Marvel.
You can watchThe Flashon Prime Video andHouse of the Dragonon Max.
Sonika Kamble
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Sonika Kamble is an entertainment writer at Fandomwire, covering everything from timeless classics to newly released movies. With over 1000+ articles published, she delves into breakdowns, think pieces, speculations, and more.She enjoys connecting the dots and covering newfound angles about characters, scenes, and themes from movies directed by Scorsese, Fincher, Tarantino, Linklater, and other exceptional filmmakers.
