Gal Gadot, director Patty Jenkins and other key members of the cast—including Kristen Wiig, the new villain Cheetah—appeared at the DC FanDome virtual convention on Saturday to promote “Wonder Woman 1984” and unveil a new trailer for the film.
“This is a great opportunity to thank our fans and share something from the movie,” Gadot said, eager for fans to see it this fall. “We had an amazing time working together. We have great chemistry and love and adore each other.”
Fan-submitted art, photos and questions were part of the presentation, and Gadot was especially moved by a drawing of a young girl gazing at a portrait of her character. “We’ve seen so many male superheroes but we haven’t seen enough female superheroes,” she said. “For little girls to be exposed to Wonder Woman or any other female-driven movie in this genre is so important, so empowering.”
Lynda Carter, TV’s original Wonder Woman, joined the panel and the new crew gave credit where it was due. “You are a true-life Wonder Woman and I can’t be more grateful to have your guidance and be able to call you Mama Bear,” Gadot said. “Thank you for everything you’ve done personally for me and for the world. Now this thing is whole, because you’re here.”
Also taking part was Chris Pine, alive and well as Steve Trevor in the clip after his apparent demise in the previous film, and Pedro Pascal, who plays the villain Maxwell Lord.
“Wonder Woman 1984” is schedule to be released in theaters Oct. 2, but that could change depending on the COVID-19 pandemic. Watch the trailer here:
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