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Gal Gadot

Happy Sad Confused

Hosted by Josh Horowitz

50m
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Summary

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This episode of Happy Sad Confused features host Josh Horowitz in conversation with movie star Gal Gadot discussing her action-heavy thriller The Runner, her unexpected path into acting, and major career milestones including Fast and the Furious and Wonder Woman. Gadot explains how she transitioned from studying law in Israel to landing her first audition for Quantum of Solace and ultimately becoming an international action icon. The discussion also covers fascinating behind-the-scenes stories, such as almost playing Furiosa in Mad Max Fury Road with Tom Hiddleston, the secrecy surrounding her DC casting, and her upcoming projects involving new technology. Gadot shares insights into managing family life with four children while navigating high-profile Hollywood franchises.

  • Gal Gadot did not initially plan to become an actor and was studying political science to become a lawyer when she was pushed into her first audition for Quantum of Solace. 17:04
  • Gadot secured her breakout role as Wonder Woman after a secret audition with Zack Snyder where she performed a scene from Pulp Fiction without knowing what character she was trying out for. 26:34
  • When filming the first Wonder Woman movie, Gadot and director Patty Jenkins felt like underdogs with a smaller budget while the studio focused on other projects. 32:55
  • To protect her performance in a Bitcoin-themed film directed by Doug Lyman, Gadot's legal team spent six months negotiating strict contract clauses regarding artificial intelligence. 42:29

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Podcast Intro and Host Greeting

    Josh Horowitz opens the episode, introduces the format and announces the special guest, Gal Gadot.

  2. 0:34
    Host Introduces Gal Gadot and Film Highlights

    Josh welcomes Gal, gives a quick rundown of her career and the new film "The Runner."

  3. 2:27
    Gal Gadot Discusses Acting Journey and Early Auditions

    Gal recounts her first audition, early roles in Fast & Furious, and how she transitioned into superhero roles.

  4. 4:33
    Behind the Scenes of "The Runner" and Physical Demands

    Gal explains the film’s unique running premise, the physicality required, and her preparation for the role.

  5. 9:31
    Career Reflections: Wonder Woman and Future Projects

    Gal reflects on her experience as Wonder Woman, her thoughts on future superhero roles, and her evolving career priorities.

  6. 17:03
    Industry Insights: AI, Contracts, and Film Production

    Gal discusses her recent Bitcoin film, AI concerns, contract negotiations, and the filmmaking process.

  7. 23:03
    Light‑Hearted Segment: Random Questions and Personal Tidbits

    Josh asks Gal quirky questions about pets, music, and favorite foods, revealing personal anecdotes.

  8. 49:18
    Closing Remarks and Episode Wrap‑Up

    Josh thanks Gal, recaps key points, and signs off with final thoughts and promotion details.

Highlights

  • 3:59

    BVS Dance Memesstory

    Gal Gadot explains the context behind the popular gif of her dancing on the set of Batman v Superman, admitting it represents her real self when she is feeling happy.

  • 11:28

    Music Playlists for Runninginsight

    Discussing her role in The Runner where she spends most of the film sprinting, Gadot shares that she listens to high-energy artists like Prodigy and Infected Mushroom to get through runs.

  • 16:59

    First Ever Audition Storystory

    Gadot recounts her very first audition for Quantum of Solace, where she shared her lip gloss with the casting director and received three hours of coaching on the script.

  • 23:19

    Mad Max Fury Road Auditionstory

    Gadot reveals she came very close to playing Furiosa in Mad Max Fury Road, recalling a four-hour intensive audition in London alongside Tom Hiddleston and director George Miller.

  • 27:56

    Discovering the Wonder Woman Castingstory

    Gadot describes the moment she landed the role of Wonder Woman while landing in New York on a flight next to a physics professor, keeping the massive news secret.

  • 42:45

    Navigating AI in Filmmakingstrategy

    Gadot discusses working with director Doug Lyman on a Bitcoin film and why her team spent six months drafting strict contract terms to prevent artificial intelligence from altering her performance.

Quotes

  • “I was like, ah, so good.”
    Unnamed speaker · 5:47
  • “I don't think it's in our control.”
    Unnamed speaker · 40:15
  • “I love them so much and Patty Jenkins is friends with them.”
    Unnamed speaker · 12:10
  • “I don't know if there's a learning.”
    Josh Horowitz · 40:02
  • Patreon 0:51–1:30
  • Murder She Watched 15:10–15:56
  • Patrick Picklebottom Everyday Mysteries 16:02–16:47
  • Dark Dice 31:01–34:01

About this episode

Gal Gadot is on the pod for the first time! Gal and Josh cover her new movie, THE RUNNER, what it was like to get WONDER WOMAN and then later say goodbye to that era, her audition for MAD MAX: FURY ROAD, her FAST & FURIOUS character mix-up, a look back at her IMAGINE video, and more! SUPPORT THE SHOW BY SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS! Rula -- Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.rula.com/happy⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #rulapod Quince -- Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Quince.com/HAPPYSAD ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠for free shipping and 365-day returns. Limited Time Offer–Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with my code happy15 at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://huel.com/happy15.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ New Customers Only. Thank you to Huel for partnering and supporting our show! UPCOMING EVENT! 10/13 -- Joe Manganiello in NY -- Tickets here: https://www.92ny.org/event/joe-manganiello-with-josh-horowitz-bloodlines Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcript

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Topics

  • Wonder Woman
  • Israel
  • BVS
  • The Runner
  • Duran Duran
  • Fast and the Furious
  • Mad Max Fury Road
  • SAG
  • New York City
  • Warner Brothers

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