After her recent debut as Supergirl, Australian actor Milly Alcock is poised to become a household name in the coming years. With the upcoming role in Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow, her rise feels almost fated. However, many fans may recognize her more for her captivating performance as the young Rhaenyra Targaryen in HBO’s House of the Dragon. Recently, she also starred alongside Julianne Moore in the dark comedy series Sirens on Netflix.
Alcock seems well on her way to stardom, influenced by her favorite films. While young actors sometimes stumble through recommendations, Alcock’s list—featured in The Guardian—suggests she has a keen understanding of cultural gems. Among her selections is the 2022 Norwegian absurdist dark comedy Sick of Myself.
The film follows a self-absorbed woman who, envious of her artist boyfriend’s fame, deliberately makes herself ill to grab attention. Alcock describes it as “clever, smart, and self-aware,” calling it the most surprising movie she’s seen in years. It critiques social media, art, and identity, presenting an unlikable female protagonist. Imagine Fleabag set in Norway but infused with body horror and a much lighter emotional thread.
Alcock highlights that the film comes from the same production company as Joachim Trier’s The Worst Person in the World, showcasing a unique perspective from Norway on the contemporary female mindset. While Alcock has mostly taken mainstream roles since her teens, these recommendations hint at her willingness to embrace more challenging material.
Fans are hopeful for her to tackle projects that offer a glimpse into the broader emotional palette she’s hinted at in her previous work. Whether through unconventional roles like those in Sick of Myself or something a bit more relatable than Game of Thrones or the DC Universe, Alcock’s future looks promising and varied.
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