Sasha Calle‘s portrayal of Supergirl in ‘The Flash’ marked a significant moment for the character in live-action. However, her tenure as the iconic superhero was unexpectedly short-lived.
The actress revealed that her Supergirl was to appear in multiple films and that she was looking forward to it. However, the changes in the DCU led to an abrupt ending. Despite the setbacks, Sashe is still happy for the opportunity to play the character.
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Before the leadership change at DC Studios, Sashe Calle had signed a multi-picture deal, indicating that her character was intended to play a larger role in the DC Universe. “I look forward to working with people in this industry who see my value and who are excited to work with me,” Sashe told THR.
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There were even plans for an alternate ending to ‘The Flash’ that would have teased future appearances for Supergirl. Despite the abrupt change in plans, Calle remains proud of her work on ‘The Flash’. She expressed her disappointment at the loss of future opportunities but acknowledged the positive impact her portrayal had on fans.
“I was so deeply in love with that role. I had a conversation about her future many times. When I signed onto that, it was for a multiple-picture deal,” she explained. “That’s a common thing when you sign onto a franchise. So it was very heartbreaking for me, and it was very confusing. Ultimately, I know that I did my best.“
Sashe Calle Broke Barriers With Her Supergirl Portrayal
Sasha Calle’s portrayal of Supergirl in ‘The Flash’ was a significant moment in cinematic history. As a Latina actress, she broke new ground, challenging stereotypes and inspiring countless fans. Despite the film’s mixed reception, Calle’s performance was widely praised.
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Reflecting on her time as Supergirl, Calle expressed her pride in breaking barriers and representing a diverse range of people. “It’s been said that a queer Latina girl like me couldn’t be Supergirl. But I was, and no one can take that away from me. That is the most important thing for me; I did something that mattered,” she stated.
She acknowledged the challenges and uncertainties she faced during the production process but remained focused on her goals. She also thanked her fans for the respect and talked about having bittersweet feelings towards everything. “I was very excited, but there were a lot of unanswered questions for me, so it was very bittersweet,” she shared.
