WHAT WENT WRONG Wonder Woman
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May 19, 2025 Discover the fascinating 75-year journey of Wonder Woman's big-screen debut, filled with rewrites and reboots. Explore how director Patty Jenkins landed the role and Superman’s surprising role in casting Gal Gadot. Dive into the emotional legacy of Wonder Woman, shaped by her creator’s complex relationships. Learn about Chris Pine’s transformative performance and the film's epic fight scenes that celebrate female empowerment. Uncover the controversies, production challenges, and the groundbreaking impact of this cultural icon.
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Male Influence and Complexity
- Wonder Woman's origins are shaped predominantly by male perspectives with many conflicting visions.
- This results in a convoluted narrative burdened with pressure to represent all women through one character.
Female Superhero Flops Hurt Genre
- The flop of female-led superhero films like Catwoman and Elektra unfairly damaged perceptions of women-led superhero movies.
- This contrasts with male-led superhero flops, which did not halt their directors' careers.
Adrienne Palicki's TV Pilot
- Adrienne Palicki starred in a Wonder Woman TV pilot that was poorly received largely due to dated costume and tone.
- Despite criticism, the show represented a sincere TV attempt to bring Wonder Woman to screen.