The world of filmed media is going comic book crazy at the moment. They’ve finally realised that there’s a whole bunch of stories out there, with the tone, setting and image already nailed, waiting to be turned into a moving picture. Duh.
And the latest reboot is Wonder Woman, cashing in not only on comic book nerds, but fans of the camp ’70s TV series which featured Lynda Carter.
The lady who’ll be playing our Amazonette is Adrianne Palicki who you’ve probably never heard of. Unless, of course, you’re a teenager who has stared longingly at her breasts online for a while.
That’s right folk! Palicki will be playing Diana Prince (that’s Wonder Woman alter ego, should you be wondering why the crap we’ve started throwing other names into the pot).
Palicki is best known (well, y’know?) for her role in Friday Night Lights as well as an appearance in the drama, Lone Star in 2010.
She’s also got comicbook previous too, appearing briefly in Smallville.
And despite the fact you haven’t heard of her, it appears that Palicki was the only actress in mind for the show, being the only actress invited to test for the part.
There’s been rumours of a film and TV show for years, with all manner of people being linked to the role. Christina Hendricks, Angelina Jolie and Catherine Zeta Jones have all been associated with Wonder Woman, but alas, Palicki has the gig which is set to irritate a few die-hards.
Apparently, the new project will veer drastically away from what people will expect. Some will call it a radical reimagining while other will just yaaboo at it being spoiled and ruined rotten.
It’s thought that the new Wonder Woman will fight crime as well as holding down a steady job as a top flight executive. It could be like The Good Wife meets Batman… or, y’know, a giant, expensive crock of shite.
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EssBen says
You are absolutely correct that I have no previous knowledge of this person, however on the strength of the pics I’ve seen since, I whole handedly approve of this decision!
Bobby says
I don’t know about her acting, but she’s beautiful and a fresh face. I approve!
John says
Angelina Jolie and Catherine Zeta Jones are movie stars. They would have never considered a TV series. And Christina Hendricks is still on Mad Men.
Palicki is a fantastic actress. She was ‘wonder’ful on Friday Night Lights. I know most geeks aren’t interested in football. But that was one fantastic show.