To say the general reaction to the first official image of Adrianne Palicki in costume as the superheroine Wonder Woman was less that enthused is putting it mildly. Many a fan denounced the outfit as being far too loyal to its comic book inspiration – that is, much too shiny and brightly colorful to look anything but silly, even on someone as lovely as Palicki.
Now two new photos of Palicki as Diana Prince in action have been unveiled, and both feature a version of the costume that marks a significant improvement in design over the first image.
David E. Kelley’s Wonder Woman TV show has not generated much in the way of excitement up to this point. While the casting of Palicki as Diana and Elizabeth Hurley as the villainous Veronica Cale seemed a move in the right direction, an early casting call and script review for the series’ pilot not only suggest the show’s portrayal of Wonder Woman won’t remain true to its source material… it simply does not sound all that promising, even on its own terms.
The unveiling of Palicki in costume as the Amazonian princess did nothing to abate concerns about the show – however, these new set photos (which were released by SFX) should help to actually generate some positive buzz.
Check them out below (note: that may be Palicki’s stunt double in the second image):
To get a better idea of the difference between Palicki’s costume in these photos versus the image released a few weeks back, check out the juxtaposition of those pictures below:
New vs. Old.
Obvious differences include:
- Muted costume colors, improved lighting, and an absence of lipstick combine to make Palicki’s complexion seem much less pallid
- Boots that are (wisely) now red, not blue, and look more practical (no high heels)
- Darker blue pants that are no longer made of shimmery latex, and highlight the golden stars better
For an early look at Palicki running around in her Wonder Woman outfit, check out the fan-shot video below:
While seeing a comic book costume in action often makes it look better (see: Thor), the Wonder Woman outfit has also been drastically altered and looks much improved (if still imperfect) overall for it. That may not be enough to convince fans to give this show a chance just yet, but at least it’s a move in the right direction.
Source: SFX (via Topless Robot)
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Please people, can you not get this right. I could. I love Wonder Woman she has worn almost the same costume since her creation. Would you change Batman or Supermans costume. You didn’t change Green Lanterns. What is it with these guys that they can’t show a heroine the same respect they would a male hero. Put the original costume back. In my opinion this girl is no Lynda Carter. She is certainly not as beautiful as Aphrodite. Ellen deGeneres has a nicer chest than her. Hope NBC hasn’t wasted their money on this, If I was them I would cancel it now and get it right. Fire that girl. She is too old, not pretty enough and won’t be able to cut it as WW. Oh and fire whoever picked her and whoever decided to use that disgusting costume. Stick to what has worked. That is Wonder Woman, If you can’t figure it out just take a look at Lynda Carter, Now that Was who Wonder Woman was and is.PERIOD!!!!
i really agree with you the the costume is all wrong and it should be an action movie . and should be anglena jolee
They changed Superman’s costume with Superman Returns. But they change the heroe’s costumes in pretty much every sequel which i hate depending on the costume. But i know its for selling merchandise like toys, etc. So i guess they changed costumes on Batman, Superman, Green Lantern’s maybe might change in the sequel. I wouldn’t be surprised if WW show flops in WB’s face.
I forgot, Christopher Reeve’s Superman is the only one who’s costume didn’t change in the films. Superman films 1-4 anyways.
I don’t think she’s pretty at all. She’s harsh looking to me, no where near the beauty of Lynda Carter:(
WOW! some really tough critics here…most of you have already made up your minds, based on a couple of pictures. How about waiting for the show to actually come out and then decide whether these changes in costume or casting choices work. every post i’ve read seems to have a real problem with change…. things change, get over it…
Oh and as far as change goes Im a big comic book fan and I know they changed the costume in the comics and although I dont like it Im dealing with it and its growing on me. However that doesnt mean they have a right to make the costume look cheap and joke. That costume just needs some tweeking, however they are already in production so its likely it is staying the way it is. Fans like me are upset because although they have changed costumes of other iconic super heroes, none of them were ever this bad…..she really got the shaft and its sad….
I am an aspiring costume designer and one of my dream jobs would be to design the Wonder Woman costumes for the Live Film, and secretly I tell myself its being delayed until I get the job
But this costume is worse than the over priced halloween costumes versions. I am a comic book fan and I know that in the comic book they also just changed her costume to a pant suit (which Im not happy about) and that is why they are doing it for this show. However they could have at least made it out of better materials, I mean really there is something called metalic crome rubber that they could have made the metal parts out of and its light and looks like metal !!!!! the crunching in the red top from the stress of it being too tight looks so bad. This also could have been avoided by using a material like designers used for the recent superman movie. I bet they hired a costume designer from one of those halloween costume chains. The actress may be a good actress but she doesnt look the part and the hair and makeup doesnt help.
I thought this was supposed to be Wonder Woman, not Wonder Stick. WW had a woman’s body. This girl is wearing a push up bra and the reason they put slacks on her is because she has sticks for legs. Who dug her up and what happened to the real women of the world?
well its apparent she isn’t “natural” and to that i say boo. WW is supposed to be a natural beauty. Also iam a bit confused is this going to be a series or a movie? could some one please clarify that for me thank you.
I thought Wonder Woman was supposed to have muscles, wide shoulders, and hips. I don’t know who that actress is, but she’s not Wonder Woman. She could be a fine actress for all I know but she just looks ridiculous running down the street trying to look tough. I also didn’t know that the Amazons had petroleum products on their island or used them to make armor.
Why fix a thing if it isn’t broken? DC comics primarily display her wearing the blue-with stars briefs, displaying amazonian bare legs, and red boots. Wardrobe translation from comics to live action seems to be squeamish, i.e. X-Men, and the remake of Superman in which the Christopher Reeve costume was replaced with a reptilian scale blue suit, a microsized ‘S’ emblem, and a campy mini-’S’ on the belt, was about as horrid as you can get. They should drop the blue PJs on Wonder Woman: bring back the blue undies. That will ensure both a female inspiration for women viewers, and a male devotion for male viewers.
And secondly: the casting sucks. She looks like an ordinary woman, not one trained from birth to track & field events. The role requires a sculpted athletic woman who can act. From looking at those pictures, she looks like a regular thin everyday woman, with average muscles; and the shiny-shiny outfit doesn’t reveal much tone or definition either. Not every athletic woman is a putz when it comes to acting, you’d think.
Angelina Jolie should play a movie /action film of wonder woman cause she lookes more tough and all like a real amazon so yeah try to get her and it need to be a remaking film with more and better fights like marital arts and action
I THINK Angelina Jolie will be great as Wonder Woman she is a stronge woman and a good fighter as Wonder Woman, and i know there is loads a girls and boys would love to be her and she the best for Wonder Woman The role requires a sculpted athletic woman who can act and she is the one, and dont change the Wonder woman we all love please.
You kidding? She’s as skinny as a rail! Wonder Woman needs some weight in muscle, it’s like people forget she’s an AMAZON!
Finally someone that knows what they’re talking about. These characters are icons and for the sake of trying something new just cause you can……. Nah it’s just not cool. I liked the Supe costume but I follow you buddy…. If it ain’t broke don’t fix it! Angelina is a good choice however she’s too much of the obvious choice that’s exactly why I would cast an unknown or Lena Heady of 300. Look at her face in 300 an dyer attitude. It’s perfect for an alpha type female that maintains sexuality yet has an edge. She kind of looks like the wonder woman comic strip of the old anyway and she’s vivacious.
it’s a jok…. your going to loose a lot of fans when reavling this movie…. You look at all the Superhero’s they all have there orignal costume. Superman has his oringal costume. So should Wonderwoman. She does not look serious enough…
I think people should not be changing the costume on the hero its not origal becaue its does not look right and the costume is all wrong and if you ask me this should be a movie with more marial arts and action it would be . I know i wood pay to see that.Also this is not the right person for wonder woman it should be a mush tuffer face and with cheak bones. Like Angalena Jolee she would be perfect for an action movie wonder woman . So if you read this please conciter to take action and reply to my email rsteelj@yahoo.com or take action and fix this movie before it waises everyones time
i will wright a movie story and when i’m done with it i’ll send it i dont even care about the money i just dont like this production its all wrong
It sucks. It lacks imagination and the costume is that of the Cathy lee Crosby wonder woman. Just do the movie. Lynda Carter is a tough act to follow. Lena Heady of 300 is a good start for casting for the movie, and someone like Ridley Scott needs to come on board for this one.
original is still the best…i do not like the new costume of new wonder woman its not wonder woman anymore…..back to original…
Forget the Costume (though I personally loved the Spartan Armor. http://media.comicvine.com/uploads/7/78647/2358860-jgjoneswwcard.jpg )
I saw the Pilot! It I do not have words but I will try.
The Actress played the role like Wonderwoman was a loud mouth Bimbo. She used More profanity than me and My grandfather was Dock worker! Now I got no problem with a Zena type Character BUT THATS NOT WONDERWOMAN THATS ZENA!!! I think the costume was Cheap the Writer was terrible. The Character (can not call it Wonderwoman) Walks around threatening to murder People in the Press Conference!!! Why did she not go to Jail? Personally think its the worst adaptation in History!! So drop the Costume Complaints!! Yes it was trashy ! But there was so much worse to complain about!And that actress! In words of John Candy go to a pet shop ret a rat and have that Mole chewed of your FACE!
The wart is airbrushed out in the photos. But its on her face through the whole Pilot! Bobbing!
I hate the costume they picked for her
…Wonder Women has always been one of my favorite super heroes and to make her look so corney sucks! I would love to see her in her ORIGINAL costume. In additon, I grew up watching Lynda Carter as WW BUT in my opinion she did not fit the role as WW. WW is an Amazonian decendant of the Gods who is tall & fit.Mrs. Carter was small and skinny. So, they really need to give her the proper costume and make her the tough chick that she is. This show can really flop is they dont do it right and as of right now it looks like a flop. Also, why are they making a show and not making a movie like they did for the rest of the heroes?
What are you talking about, Wendy? Linda Carter was 6ft tall! She wasn’t small! She towered over most of the men in the series! She was an AMAZON!