As a passionate fan who has followed the DC Extended Universe closely over the years, I find myself deeply saddened by the cancellation of “Wonder Woman 3”. Connie Nielsen‘s heartfelt words echo my own sentiments about this decision, which, to me, seems like money left on the table.
As for the upcoming DC films, there’s no scheduled Wonder Woman 3 with Gal Gadot in the lead role. This highly anticipated sequel was unfortunately scrapped in 2022. Following this cancellation, the film plans of director Patty Jenkins were dismantled when Peter Safran and James Gunn were appointed as co-CEOs at the newly established DC Studios. Now, Connie Nielsen, who is recognized for her portrayal of Queen Hippolyta, has expressed her views on why she believes this decision was a lost opportunity.
Connie Nielsen portrayed Queen Hippolyta, who is also Diana Prince’s mother, in both “Wonder Woman” films and both iterations of “Justice League.” She was straightforward about her confusion regarding the cancelation of “Wonder Woman 3.
It seems utterly baffling to me. To be honest, I can’t wrap my head around it. The film Wonder Woman raked in an astounding $800 million at the box office and boasts a massive, devoted fan base. These are films of extraordinary quality, and I simply can’t fathom any logical explanation for not capitalizing on that opportunity. If I were a businessperson, I would say it’s like leaving money on the table – it’s as plain as day. Moreover, each time we’ve made these films, our budgets have been significantly smaller than those of other DC productions.
Connie Nielsen expressed these thoughts during an interview with Den of Geek, while discussing her upcoming film, “Gladiator II,” in 2024. Indeed, she is spot-on about the commercial triumph of “Wonder Woman.” To this day, Gal Gadot’s first standalone film in the DC Extended Universe holds the record for the highest-grossing DC movie since the “Dark Knight” sequels, raking in a staggering $822 million at the global box office.
Initially, the first “WW” film proved to be a huge success for the DC series. However, unlike its predecessor, “Wonder Woman 1984” didn’t perform as expected. This movie came out towards the end of 2020 when the COVID-19 pandemic was significantly impacting theater revenues. As a result, it was simultaneously released on streaming platforms like Max and VOD along with its cinema premiere.
According to her feelings, Connie Nielsen had a wonderful time participating in the Wonder Woman films, and great attention was paid to their production. She shared insights into the enjoyable parts of the process and explained how she crafted Hippolyta’s character.
I found that island, the costumes, the characters, and the values embodied by those Amazons simply captivating. It was extraordinary! In creating this character, I relied on authentic historical and anthropological texts about the Amazons. Remarkably, recent DNA findings suggest that these Amazons were not merely fictional, but real historical figures who existed, including famous female warriors. Archaeologists previously believed that burial mounds contained male remains due to the presence of other individuals nearby, but DNA analysis has revealed that many of these buried were actually women.
In early 2023, Peter Safran and James Gunn unveiled their lineup for DC productions, which features a series titled “Paradise Lost,” set in Themyscira. This show is expected to unfold events that occur years prior to Diana Prince’s birth and is currently being worked on, as confirmed by Gunn. Unfortunately, Ava DuVernay, who was previously involved with DC projects, will not be part of the new endeavor as she’s reportedly focusing on the “Rogue Squadron” movie for Star Wars.
During a recent interview, Connie Nielsen expressed regret over the cancellation of “Wonder Woman 3” and hinted at her hope that DC might reconsider. In her opinion, failing to produce the third installment could mean leaving approximately $1 billion in potential revenue untouched. At this point, it appears unlikely that the studio will restart development on Patty Jenkins’ film, but unexpected events are not unheard of within the superhero genre.
Movie enthusiasts have something exciting to anticipate as the DC Universe film era commences within the 2025 movie lineup, featuring James Gunn’s “Superman” starring David Corenswet in the title role. For those yearning for a taste of the old DCEU, they can relive the “Wonder Woman” films by streaming them with a Max subscription.
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2024-10-12 22:37