Milly Alcock brings a fresh energy to Superman's cousin that's snuffed out by a risk-averse studio culture.
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“Supergirl” proves Hollywood studios still don’t trust women superheroes
Milly Alcock brings a fresh energy to Superman's cousin that's snuffed out by a risk-averse studio culture
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June 27, 2026 12:00PM (EDT)
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