Disney's live-action Snow White has marked an important change in Gal Gadot's career. The Wonder Woman star was cast to play the Evil Queen in the upcoming Disney remake. While Gadot plays one of Disney's most iconic villains, West Side Story and Shazam! Fury of the Gods star Rachel Zegler plays Snow White. The film is directed by Marc Webb, who helmed 500 Days of Summer and Sony's The Amazing Spider-Man.
While replying to fans in a GQ video, Gadot shared more insight into her role as the Evil Queen in the live-action Snow White. She shared how her process for this movie differs from other projects throughout her career, both before and during filming. Read Gadot's comments below:
It was the first time I had to audition for a part in a while. They needed to make sure I could sing, because it was a musical. So, for a month, I was working on the song, and then I auditioned, and then we filmed the song, and I got the part. It was very exciting, and it was so much to shoot, because it was so different than anything I’ve ever done. It’s so delicious, delightful, and I could really go big and theatrical. I can’t wait for you to watch this movie.
Snow White Can Help Show Gal Gadot's Acting Range
Gadot first became famous for her role as Gisele Yashar in the Fast & Furious franchise. She then became one of Hollywood's most high-profile stars when she was cast as Diana Prince/Wonder Woman in Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice and in ensuing DC movies. Wonder Woman was a groundbreaking success that put the spotlight on a female superhero, with Gadot's highly praised performance being at the center of its success. With Netflix films including Red Notice and the recently released Heart of Stone, Gadot has continued to cement herself as one of Hollywood's biggest action stars.
Gadot's role as the Evil Queen can help prove that she is more than an action star. She first needed to prove in an audition that she was a good fit for the role and that she has the musical talent to pull it off. Seeing Gadot sing is an exciting prospect, as is the unique acting she will need to bring to the role. In addition to being an action star, Gadot usually plays a hero. Snow White gives her an opportunity to not just play a villain, but to bring one of Disney's most recognizable antagonists to life.
The best remakes are those that keep the essence of the original story alive while updating it with new and refreshing elements. Gadot has the chance to do this with the Evil Queen, maintaining her sinister persona while putting a new spin on the character. With Snow White being Disney's first feature-length animated film, there are many beloved elements that must be maintained, but also plenty others that need to be updated. Gadot's casting in Snow White seems like a step in the right direction and remains one of the most highly-anticipated aspects of the upcoming film.
Source: GQ
