‘Stargirl’ 1×06 Review: “The Justice Society”

Stargirl Season 1 Episode 6, “The Justice Society,” is an electrifying hour with character-driven stories and the first official team-up of the new JSA. The last five minutes contain a visual so powerful that it will stick with me for…

‘Stargirl’ 1×04 Review: “Wildcat”

Stargirl 1×04, “Wildcat,” serves as a moving origin story for the Justice Society of America’s new Wildcat, Yolanda Montez. This powerful episode handles topics like slut-shaming and bullying, among others, with the severity they deserve, without losing the levity of…

‘Stargirl’ 1×03 Review: “Icicle”

Stargirl Season 1 Episode 3, “Icicle,” expands the Stargirl universe beyond the core duo of Courtney and Pat. This comes with the arrival of a new villain and the beginnings of a new Justice Society of America.  Things are picking…

‘Stargirl’ 1×02 Review: “S.T.R.I.P.E”

Stargirl 1×02 “S.T.R.I.P.E.” feels like the beginning of a long love letter to chosen families. While it’s also a rewarding episode for comics fans, “S.T.R.I.P.E.” dives deeper into one of Stargirl’s core relationships — Pat and Courtney.  Brainwave’s generally lackluster…

‘Stargirl’ 1×01 Review: “Pilot”

As far as series premieres go for DCTV shows, Stargirl Season 1 Episode 1, “Pilot,” may very well be one of the best. Stargirl proves it is sure of itself within the first ten minutes by establishing humor and heart…