

The most moving part of the whole episode, is when you have certain segments of the human and alien factions, just tying to escape the chaos. Music really is a big component in telling a story and eliciting an emotion in film and television. The use of the song “Mad World” and slow motion effect, really add to the tension of the moment. Watching that scene unfold, you really get a sense of the volatility and unpredictability of the chaos. Our heroes suit up and try to gain control of the situation. Manchester Black increases their numbers, by using a device he stole from the Fortress of Solitude, which allows him to make holographic multiples of himself. Matters are made worse, when The Elite arrive and The Hat starts handing out weapons to the alien protesters, to fight back at the Children of Liberty. Our heroes do eventually have to get less peaceful, when Ben Lockwood’s hate speech incites his audience to start getting violent throwing bottles at the alien marchers. They can inspire with the simplest, most peaceful gesture, just as much as they do with their powers. They are trying to be citizens of Earth, just like every other alien they walk hand in hand with! This is why Supergirl and her cousin are such great characters. Them standing amongst other aliens, in plain clothes, shows that not all aliens are as evil as some see them, It also shows that the superheroes don’t view themselves as better than, or on loftier ground compared to other aliens, or humans. In their superhero wardrobe, they are accepted aliens because they are superheroes. Supergirl, Nia and J’onn join the march, in civilian and in Kara’s case, Kryptonian robes. Aliens march on the site of Ben’s press conference. To counter act this hate Braniaac – 5 stages a protest. With this new found power, the man behind Agent of Liberty, organizes a press conference, to make an announcement that he wants to present the motion to abolish the Alien Amnesty act and send the aliens back where they came from. Last week ended in a shocker, where the President made Ben Lockwood the Director of Alien affairs.

When The Elite and Ben Lockwood stir up trouble at the rally, Supergirl is forced to take a stand.” (The CW) Meanwhile, James picks up his camera again to cover the march for CatCo, and Hayley assigns Alex a job that clashes with her beliefs. Brainiac and J’onn join the alien march while Supergirl and Dreamer patrol to keep everyone safe. When Lockwood organizes a rally, the aliens decide to peacefully protest. “Between Ben Lockwood’s new push to stir up the anti-alien movement and the Elite’s desire to target Lockwood and his minions, Supergirl is concerned about the safety of the American people – both human and alien. We have a few trips left through the Arrowverse left this season, so lets see what Tales From the DC MulTVerse stood out this week:
