Patty Jenkins has addressed her Wonder Woman 3 departure, countering previous claims that she refused to change the movie to fit with the new Warner Bros. Discovery plan. When Wonder Woman 3’s cancelation was announced, it was suggested that Jenkins had been asked to make a number of changes to her completed script but instead chose to walk away. Sharing her thoughts via her Twitter account, Jenkins set the record straight about how she felt there had been no option for her to move the film forward, but she certainly didn’t just walk away. She wrote:
“I never walked away. I was open to considering anything asked of me. It was my understanding there was nothing I could do to move anything forward at this time. DC is obviously buried in changes they are having to make, so I understand these decisions are difficult right now.”
Jenkins cited the previous stories about her departure as the reason for her statement, as she said she is “not one to talk about private career matters” but she “will not allow inaccuracies to continue.”
She went on to praise the character of Wonder Woman, wishing her well for wherever her journey takes her next. She continued:
“I do not want what has been a beautiful journey with WW to land on negative note. I have loved and been so honored to be the person who got to make these last two Wonder Woman films. She is an incredible character. Living in and around her values makes one a better person every day. I wish her and her legacy an amazing future ahead, with or without me.”
Patty Jenkins Expressed Her Love For the Wonder Woman Franchise and its Stars
The rest of Patty Jenkins statement seemingly stands as her final words on the subject of Wonder Woman. She praised Gal Gadot, and Lynda Carter, for their time together on the franchise, and wished the franchise and the fans well in the future. She concluded:
“Walking side by side with Lynda Carter, an absolute legend and beacon of goodness and light, has been a thrill. I have learned so much from her and will cherish her as a friend and mentor, always. My crew has been like family and fought every day to give the world the best films they could. And Gal… Gal Gadot. Where do I even begin? Gal is the greatest gift I have received in this whole journey. A cherished friend, inspiration, and sister. There are no words I can use to convey how magical she is. She is the walking embodiment of Wonder Woman in real life and a better person than the world can imagine. Never once in the millions of moments I have spent with her did I see anything less. She is a gift to this world, and even more so, to me.
Lastly, but most importantly, THANK YOU to the incredible WW fans, and for all of your love and support. Wonder Woman fans are often not the most visible in the media and online, but I want you to know that we have always seen and celebrated you and your importance. You were first and foremost in our minds every day we made the last two films. You are the best and most loving people and I look forward to always celebrating you.
Thank you ALL for this wonderful journey. Keep up the Wonder Woman spirit. Any day that you face struggles, try asking: What would Wonder Woman do? I hope her beacon of love, truth and justice is always there to lead the way for you, as she has done for me.”