Screenwriter Ana Nogueira has confirmed that the upcoming Supergirl movie will not include certain visually distinct elements from the Woman of Tomorrow comic. Specifically, the production is omitting the dinosaurs and the psychedelic dragon sequence.

The Karpane Dragon and Red Kryptonite cuts

The decision to remove the Karpane Dragon sequence stems from the difficulty of translating surrealist comic art into a live-action format. According to an interview with Comicbook,Ana Nogueira expressed disappointment over cutting the scene where Kara Zor-El ingests Red Kryptonite to battle the metal-eating beast . Nogueira described the original comic panel as "gorgeous," but noted that the psychedelic nature of the sequence proved challenging to adapt for the screen.

Beyond the dragon, the film will also exclude the dinosaur elements that served as a memorable feature of the Woman of Tomorrow storyline. While Nogueira expressed a personal desire to keep these creatures, the report says that practical production consrtaints ultimately made their inclusion impossible .

Juan Carlos Fresnadillo's pivot from page-for-page adaptation

Director Juan Carlos Fresnadillo has explicitly stated that the Supergirl film is intended to take inspiration from the source material rather than providing a literal, page-for-page translation. Fresnadillo acknowledged the quality of the original book but emphasized the necessity of crafting a cinematic experience that stands on its own merits.

This approach aligns with a broader trend in modern superhero cinema, where filmmakers prioritize narrative cohesion and feasible production design over exhaustive fidelity to the comics. By stripping away the more eccentric elements of the Woman of Tomorrow plot, the production team aims to create a tighter story that fits the constraints of a feature film budget and timeline.

Milly Alcock's independent approach to Kara Zor-El

Lead actress Milly Alcock has taken a distinct path in developing her portrayal of Kara Zor-El. Alcock recently discussed her process of building the character independently, intentionally avoiding a reliance on the presence or influence of Superman to define her version of the heroine.

This creative independence suggests that the film may focus more heavily on Supergirl's internal growth and her unique place in the DC universe.. By decoupling Kara from the shadow of her cousin, Alcock and the production team are positioning the character as a standalone powerhouse rather than a secondary supporting figure.

The mystery of the preferred DC villain

Despite the clarity regarding what is being cut, a significant question remains: who will be the primary antagonist for Milly Alcock's Supergirl? While Alcock has hinted at a preferred DC villain she would like to confront, the production has not yet officially named the character who will serve as the foil to Kara Zor-El .

The source reports on other DC casting updates—such as Brian Tyree Henry joining The Batman 2—but leaves the specific antagonist of the Supergirl film unverified. Whether the movie will introduce a comic-accurate foe or a new cinematic creation remains one of the most anticipated reveals for the project.