Did anybody really think a Thanagarian Snare Beast would ever make it to the big screen, let alone small screen? Well, Supergirl introduced one tonight as Kevin Smith finally got to make what was (sort of) his pitch for a Superman movie back in the late 90's.
After seeing Jon Schnepp's documentary on the history behind the originally pitched 'Superman Lives' movie, there was a part of me that actually wanted to see Kevin Smith's take. Ridiculous is an understatement as Jon Peters uniquely obscure vision overtook Smith's passion project, but Smith put his stamp on this particular episode. Much like his first Flash directed episode last season, this episode felt both like a departure from the show as well as exactly what we needed coming out of a long break. I mean, we got an episode that didn't deal with the main antagonists of the show and yet it was perhaps the grandest of episodes in terms of scope this season.
What was built up as a solid mystery into the disappearances of several unlinked citizens, turned into a charming space bound adventure with surprisingly entertaining new characters (and a quick look at a Dominator from the crossover). Whilst all that's happening, the episode did feature a few romantically focused scenes. I'm a huge fan of the Sanvers relationship, but their 'fight' felt contrived and out of place. If they are going to break up, I'd hate it to end so abruptly. Maggie did find out that Kara was Supergirl because of this 'fight', however, so perhaps this could lead to something.
Kara and Mon-El seemed to have some serious development on their end as well with the ladder deciding he officially wants to throw his name in the superhero group after all. Not shocking, but exciting for sure. Perhaps the most intriguing thing about the series now is the exact plans for his character, especially seeing the last scene. He'll be important in the back half. Overall, it was a nice return for Supergirl, and I think this show has finally found its footing.
+Fun adventure
+Kevin Smith's stamp all over it
+One-off episode
-Romances felt forced
8.0/10