Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins recently shed light on the current status of the iconic superhero character within the DC Universe. According to Jenkins, DC is currently not pursuing any new Wonder Woman projects. This decision comes after Gal Gadot portrayed the character in two standalone films under DC’s previous creative direction.
During an interview on the Talking Pictures podcast, Jenkins expressed understanding towards DC’s decision, citing the complexities surrounding the studio’s current direction. She mentioned that James Gunn and Peter Safran, who are now at the helm of DC projects, have their own plans and visions to follow. Jenkins stated that she respects their decisions and sympathizes with the challenges they face in navigating the DC Universe.
Jenkins also revealed that she has returned to working on her upcoming Star Wars movie, Rogue Squadron. She explained that her involvement with Star Wars was initially put on hold when she started developing Wonder Woman 3. However, with the uncertainty surrounding Wonder Woman 3, Jenkins resumed her commitment to the Star Wars project. She mentioned finalizing a deal with Lucasfilm just as a strike was beginning, indicating her obligation to deliver a draft for the Star Wars film.
Despite her focus on Rogue Squadron, Jenkins expressed uncertainty about her future involvement with Star Wars, highlighting the ongoing discussions and negotiations with Lucasfilm. She emphasized the importance of ensuring mutual satisfaction with the project before moving forward.
In conclusion, while Jenkins provided insights into the current status of Wonder Woman and her involvement with Star Wars, the future of both projects remains uncertain. Fans eagerly await further developments and announcements regarding the fate of Wonder Woman in the DC Universe and Jenkins’ role in the Star Wars franchise.
