Key Takeaways:
– Gal Gadot faced criticism for her acting skills in Wonder Woman 1984.
– The film received negative reviews due to its mundane script and underdeveloped villains.
– Gal Gadot is set to play the Evil Queen in Disney's Snow White adaptation, a role in which she aims to show her range as an actress.
Disappointing Sequel for Wonder Woman
Gal Gadot, globally recognized for her roles in Fast and Furious films and the DC Extended Universe, has recently come under scrutiny for her acting in Wonder Woman 1984. Released in 2020 as the sequel to the popular 2017 film, Wonder Woman, the latter proved to be a significant disappointment for fans and critics alike. Wonder Woman 1984 struggled with too many villains, a shaky script, and what fans perceived as Gadot's poor dialogue delivery.
Twitter Reacts to Wonder Woman 1984
A particular scene in the film where Gadot enquires about a Dreamstone to Maxwell Lord, played by Pedro Pascal, had audiences mocking Gadot's abilities. Twitter users labeled the actress's performance as lacking urgency and conversational, making the scene unintentionally hilarious. They also credit Pedro Pascal for carrying the film amidst its problems.
Financial Flop
Wonder Woman 1984's troubles didn't end with fan disappointment. The film grossed a meager $169 million at the box office against a $200 million budget, leading to an end of Gadot's tenure as DC's superhero.
Gadot Ventures into Different Character Types
Despite the criticism around Wonder Woman 1984, Gadot is taking all in stride and has stepped out of her action star boots to try on a villain's shoes. The actress is set to play the Evil Queen in Disney's upcoming adaptation of the 1937 classic, Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.
Gadot expressed her excitement for this role in an interview with Vogue. She said it was fun to play the wicked queen, for which she has changed her voice and tried different things. She also mentioned how the role allowed her to be more dramatic and animated, allowing her to stretch her acting muscles.
A New Opportunity with Snow White
This role will indeed be a change for Gadot from her usual action-oriented roles, showcasing her dramatic range as an actress. Snow White will be directed by Marc Webb, starring Rachel Zegler in the titular role, with Andrew Burnap, Ansu Kabia, and Martin Klebba. The film is due to release in March 2025.
In Conclusion
Despite the hiccups in her superhero career, Gall Gadot is geared up for her new cinematic adventure. Although her performance in Wonder Woman 1984 faced criticism, this new opportunity will allow her to reinvent herself, showcasing her dramatic abilities to her audiences. It certainly will be interesting to see how Gadot fares in this new venture as the Evil Queen in Snow White.
The passing of time will tell if her attempt at reinvention will prove successful and whether her acting skills will find more favor with the audience in the forthcoming film.
