James Gunn Explains Why Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow Is the Next DCU Film Following Superman

James Gunn Explains the Choice of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow as DCU’s Next Film

In a recent interview, director James Gunn elaborated on his decision to prioritize Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow as the second installment in the DC Universe (DCU) following the highly anticipated Superman. The film will feature Milly Alcock, known for her role in House of the Dragon, taking on the character of Kara Zor-El, also known as Supergirl, who is the cousin of Clark Kent/Superman.

According to Omelete, with insights translated from Portuguese through Comic Book Resources, Gunn’s decision was heavily influenced by the quality of the film’s script. He stated:

“I didn’t necessarily know that Supergirl would be the second film we would make, but Ana wrote an incredible script, and then we hired an incredible director. We’re going to make this film after Superman because he was the best option. Other films were written, but they weren’t as good as this one. So let’s continue with this rhythm. Everything has to be good. Quality comes first in every project we do. And this is more important than telling a grandiose mega-narrative.”

This candid insight into Gunn’s creative process underscores his commitment to quality storytelling. By selecting projects based on their scripts and potential for engaging narratives rather than mere franchise expansion, Gunn aims to reshape how superhero films are conceived and produced.

The anticipation surrounding Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow is palpable as fans eagerly await a fresh perspective within the DCU landscape. With an emphasis on narrative quality, this film aspires to not just follow, but also set new standards for upcoming superhero cinema.

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