The Supergirl teaser trailer has finally arrived, giving us a first look at almost all the main characters of the movie. Along with them, we witnessed the first glimpse of James Gunn's vision for Krypton in the new DCU. You might be surprised to learn that the end of Krypton in this universe is quite different from what we saw in Man of Steel.
Perhaps the most exciting aspect is that the visuals in this teaser feel like a page-by-page inspiration from the Woman of Tomorrow comic book. We also finally got our look at Jason Momoa as Lobo. Today, we are going to break down the Supergirl teaser trailer and uncover all the hidden details you might have missed.
Classic James Gunn Vibes
The teaser begins with a scene where Krypto pushes a bottle off a table. It appears to be a liquor bottle, and its fall triggers a vinyl record to start playing. Although James Gunn isn't directing this movie, his signature touch is undeniable here. Gunn often finds ways to integrate background music diegetically, meaning the music comes from a source within the scene itself.
Just like Peter Quill’s Walkman or the Zune in Guardians of the Galaxy, here we have a vinyl player. The song playing is "Call Me," which serves as a nod to the movie's theme: no matter where you are in the galaxy, if you need help, Supergirl will come.
Supergirl's Status on Earth
In the next scene, we see a copy of the Daily Planet on the ground. The front page features two stories. One headline reads "Superman Saves the Town from Nuclear Explosion," accompanied by a large picture of a smiling Superman. In contrast, a smaller slot reads "Supergirl Rescues Cats," showing her with a rather stoic, poker face.
This fun element highlights the public perception difference between the cousins. However, it also confirms that Supergirl is a widely known hero on Earth. This continuity fits with the ending of Peacemaker Season 1, where we saw Supergirl arrive with the Justice League, establishing her presence in this universe.
Direct Comic Book Inspirations
Following a dialogue sequence, we see Supergirl sitting at a space bus stop. A unique vehicle arrives, which looks remarkably like the Westward Hall Ferry seen in issue #2 of the Woman of Tomorrow comics. This ferry is a passenger service used for travel between galaxies.
Shortly after, Supergirl is seen in a pub-like location. She mentions expecting her 21st birthday to be fun, but clearly, things haven't gone to plan. A key detail here is the flaming drink she is served. This mirrors a scene from the comics where Kara and her partner Ruthie stop at an asteroid pub, and Kara orders a similar fire drink.
A New Origin for Krypton's Destruction
We then get a glimpse of Krypton and Argo City. In the DCU, Krypton's destruction appears different from the core collapse depicted in Man of Steel. The buildings seem to be hit by a massive shockwave rather than crumbling from within. This suggests that Krypton’s sun, Rao, is going supernova.
The shockwaves from the supernova are likely what destroyed the planet. Kara’s father, Zor-El, seems to have created a dome-like shield around Argo City to protect the inhabitants from this initial blast, allowing a fragment of their civilization to survive a bit longer in space.
Kryptonian Culture and Religion
During these scenes, we hear a conversation between Ruthie and Kara about losing everything in a single day. This touches upon Kryptonian religion, specifically Raoism, which includes various gods and demi-gods. The movie seems poised to explore Krypton’s culture and traditions more deeply than before.
We see Kara and others dressed in white ceremonial clothing, reminiscent of the outfits worn by Kal-El’s parents in previous iterations. They appear to be part of a funeral procession or a mourning ritual, giving us a rare look at the social traditions of Krypton before its ultimate end.
Villains and Power Dynamics
The trailer introduces us to the film's antagonists, including Krem of the Yellow Hills. His look differs significantly from the comics, adopting a more space-pirate aesthetic suitable for the movie's tone. We see Kara and Ruthie fighting off space thugs, likely because many criminals hold a grudge against the House of El symbol.
An interesting dynamic to watch will be Kara’s fluctuating power levels. In the comics, she intentionally visits planets with red suns to become intoxicated, as her metabolism under a yellow sun prevents it. Being away from a yellow sun renders her powerless, adding real stakes to the combat scenes where she must fight based on skill and grit alone.
Krypto and Lobo
Just like in the first issue of the comic, we see Krypto the Superdog rendered unconscious, possibly by a poisoned arrow or attack while powerless. This vulnerability highlights the danger they face away from Earth's sun. But the teaser ends on a high note with the reveal of Lobo.
Jason Momoa’s first look as the "Main Man" Lobo is incredibly promising. Although brief, the character design looks perfect. The final shots of Supergirl creating shockwaves in the atmosphere suggest that once she regains her powers, her enemies are in for a serious beating. This mix of vulnerability and immense power looks set to define the film.
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