Matthias Schoenaerts Shines as Krem in 'Supergirl': A Refreshing Antagonist in the DC Universe
The antagonist Krem in the movie "Supergirl" brings a refreshing change to the typical CGI beasts seen in Zack Snyder's DC Extended Universe. Krem, portrayed by Matthias Schoenaerts, is a flesh-and-blood alien who engages in villainous activities like human trafficking and murder. Schoenaerts effectively embodies the deranged character, making the most of his screen time. Despite being relatively unknown, Krem proves to be a formidable adversary for Supergirl, played by Milly Alcock. Schoenaerts' impressive acting background includes acclaimed projects like the Academy Award-nominated film "Daens" (1992), marking the beginning of his successful career. Over the years, he has garnered attention for his roles in various films, such as the romantic drama "Rust and Bone" (2012) and the artist period drama "The Danish Girl" (2015). Schoenaerts has also ventured into Hollywood with roles in movies like "Red Sparrow" (2018) and "The Old Guard" series on Netflix. Additionally, he has showcased his talent on the small screen as the lead in the Western show "Django" on Sky Atlantic.