In this episode, Tony Tellado looks back at a key moment in Wonder Woman’s legacy: her first standalone animated film. With insights from key creators and talent behind the project, this episode shines a light on how the Amazonian icon finally took center stage in animation, the creative decisions that shaped her portrayal, and the mythology that grounds her character.

Featured Guests

Bruce Timm (Producer, Animation Legend)

Lauren Montgomery (Director)

Michael Jelenic (Screenwriter)

Topics Covered

Why Wonder Woman Took So Long: Bruce Timm discusses the wait before Wonder Woman received her own animated feature, and the importance of finally giving her the spotlight.

Creating Wonder Woman’s Story: The challenge of weaving together various comic book versions to create a fresh, definitive take on the character.

Portraying an Icon: Insights into the complexities of bringing Wonder Woman to life as a lead, and how her character differs from the animated Justice League version.

Controversy and Fan Expectations: From the invisible jet to whether she should fly, the episode explores passionate fan debates and production decisions.

Voice Casting Magic: Highlights of Keri Russell’s and Nathan Fillion’s performances as Wonder Woman and Steve Trevor, plus Alfred Molina as Ares.

Mother and Daughter Dynamics: Thematic exploration of Wonder Woman’s relationship with Hippolyta and the generational tension within Amazonian society.

Villains & Mythology: Deep dive into the film’s Greek mythological roots and how Ares was developed as a formidable antagonist.

Directing Animated Features: Lauren Montgomery on the unique challenges of directing animation versus live action, and her experience shaping Wonder Woman’s look and story.

Scriptwriting Challenges: Michael Jelenic on translating Wonder Woman’s complex legacy into an engaging origin story and balancing mythos with originality.

Female Superheroes in Animation: Reflections on the importance of featuring more female leads and untapped potential in the DC universe, from Wonder Woman to future hopes like Aquaman.

Key Quotes

“Sometimes you don’t want to give the audience what they want. You give them what they need.” – Bruce Timm

“Wonder Woman was the start, and it was so much fun to work on the project, and I’d love to be able to do more female lead characters.” – Lauren Montgomery

Where to Watch Wonder Woman’s animated feature is available on Max, Blu-Ray, and a special two-disc DVD edition.

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