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Supergirl
1984 124 min United Kingdom, United States of America PG 6+
★4.5
Adventure, Fantasy, Action, Science Fiction
Director: Jeannot Szwarc
💬 Based on the comic
«Supergirl»
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Description
After losing a powerful orb, Kara, Superman's cousin, comes to Earth to retrieve it and instead finds herself up against a wicked witch.
Budget:
$35M
US Gross:
$14.3M
Worldwide:
$14.3M
Starring
Helen Slater
Actor
Faye Dunaway
Actor
Peter O'Toole
Actor
Awards
Saturn Awards 1985
— Best Actress
Razzie Awards 1985
— Worst Actor
Razzie Awards 1985
— Worst Actress
Key opinion
Supergirl (1984) is widely regarded as a flawed and naive spin-off that fails to replicate the prestige of the early Christopher Reeve films. While some viewers find charm in its 80s aesthetic and committed lead performances, many critics dismiss the production as incoherent, poorly plotted, and narratively thin.
| Acting | Helen Slater delivers a dedicated and charming performance that stands as a highlight of the film. | |
| Acting | Faye Dunaway provides an entertaining, if sometimes over-the-top, presence as the villainous Selena. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is widely criticized for being naive, predictable, and structurally thin. | |
| Production | Visual effects are viewed inconsistently, with flight sequences garnering praise while other moments are seen as dated or visually underwhelming. | |
| Screenplay | The film's reliance on magical plot devices and an underdeveloped romance is frequently cited as a major detractor. | |
| Originality | Opinions on the film's overall quality are divided; some view it as a fun, nostalgic, and harmless 'guilty pleasure,' while others condemn it as an incoherent and artistic failure. |