Parents' Guide to Supergirl

Parents need to know that Supergirl is a DC superhero adventure that explores the backstory of Superman's younger cousin, Kara Zor-El (Milly Alcock). The movie follows Kara as she travels through the galaxy on her 23rd birthday with her dog, Krypto, before reaching Earth. Expect to see scenes of her drinking and partying, as well as intense, violent battle scenes. Darker themes may surface as Kara grapples with the trauma of seeing her home planet destroyed during her childhood. While she's definitely flawed, Kara is still likely to serve as a role model for kids, demonstrating perseverance, teamwork, and honesty.

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