The formula was there. Slater like Reeve (Superman) before her was an excellent choice to play The Girl of Steel. While Dunaway isn't even close to Hackman, she is still quite good as the campy villain. I was stationed overseas when I first saw this film, so I saw the international version (japanese subtitles and all) which did a much better job of making the film cohesive. Most people rejecting "Supergirl," saw the hacked up US release, which didn't do it justice. The Director's Cut is still available on DVD from Anchor Bay. Pick it up. This is most definitely worth a look! It's not the first time Warner Bros. has dropped the ball. Look at Batman & Robin. Clooney was bad enough. Arnold totally destroyed Mr. Freeze.
Supergirl
(1984)
While not as good as Superman I & II, far better than III & IV. Definitely deserves a look!
26 September 2005