Behind the Scenes: Gal Gadot’s Stunt Double Brings Action to Life in Italy with Epic Wonder Woman Fight Scene

With a stellar lineup of actors, it’s no wonder that the superhero movie is highly anticipated for its release in 2017. To meet the high expectations set for Wonder Woman, it is crucial that the fight scenes are executed flawlessly. Gal Gadot’s stunt double embodied the character perfectly as she put her heart into a thrilling fight scene being filmed in Matera, Italy.

And action! Gal Gadot's stunt double got to work as she filmed a dramatic fight scene on the set of Wonder Woman in Matera, Italy

Time to roll! The stunt double of Gal Gadot sprang into action as she took on a thrilling fight sequence while shooting Wonder Woman in the scenic location of Matera, Italy.

Standing strong: The fierce actor looked the part as she sized up her challenger during the shoot on Friday

Standing confidently: The powerful actress appeared ready for action as she assessed her opponent on set last Friday. The images show Gadot’s lookalike engaging in a fierce battle with another female warrior, making for a gripping scene. Armed with swords, the two faced off in a dramatic showdown, with the youthful Wonder Woman seeming to emerge victorious. The stunt double rocked a striking ensemble, featuring a golden one-shoulder corset-inspired armor paired with a chic chiffon mini skirt and bold gladaor sandals.

No holding back: The two action stars went head to head in the intense battle filmed in Matera, Italy on Friday

No punches were pulled as the two action heroes faced off in a fierce showdown captured in Matera, Italy on Friday.

Outstanding performance: The duo made the scene look as realistic as possible

Exceptional showing: The pair brought the scene to life in the most authentic way possible.

In the spotlight: Both gave it their all as the cameras rolled and the sun shone down on them

In the limelight: They both put in maximum effort while the cameras captured their every move under the bright sun.

Winning! Gadot's double appeared to overpower her opponent at one point

Victorious! Gadot’s stunt double seemed to outmatch her adversary in a brief moment.

Intense: The crew and camera operators were focused as they ensured it played out perfectly

Casual: The crew and camera operators were totally into it as they made sure everything went off without a hitch. Gal Gadot takes center stage in the film after making her debut in the DC world with Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice. Entertainment Weekly recently gave us a sneak peek at the leading ladies of the movie. The image shows Gal with her co-stars Lisa Loven Kongsli (Menalippe), Connie Nielsen (Queen Hippolyta), and Robin Wright (General Antiope).

Epic: Wonder Woman will no doubt be one of the most anticipated films to hit screen in 2017

It’s no doubt that Wonder Woman is going to be a highly anticipated movie of 2017, set to make a big impact on the big screen.

One of the best to ever do it: The origin story will tell the tale of how a young Diana Prince became one of the greatest heroines

Described as a trailblazer who excelled in her heroics, the origin story delves into the journey of a youthful Diana Prince as she evolves into a legendary heroine.

Centre of attention: The large scale production will be distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures

Main focus: Warner Bros. Pictures will be responsible for distributing the extensive production.

Slaying the competition! Gadot's double looked victorious as she looked back at her rival

Crushing the competition! Gadot’s stunt double appeared triumphant as she glanced over her shoulder at her adversary.

Done for the day: Once the stuntwoman seemed to win the battle, the scene came to an end

Finished with work: As the stuntwoman emerged victorious, the scene wrapped up.Scheduled to come out in June 2017, the new action-packed film is helmed by Patty Jenkins.Penned by Jason Fuchs, Wonder Woman narrates the journey of a young Diana Prince evolving into a legendary heroine.

The movie features an ensemble cast including Chris Pine, Lucy Davis, Danny Huston, Elena Anaya, and David Thewlis.

Dressed to impress: The actor wore a striking gold one-shoulder corset with a mini chiffon skirt, paired with bold gladaor sandals for a standout look.

One to watch: Wonder Woman is set for release in June 2017 and is directed by Patty Jenkins

A movie to keep an eye out for is Wonder Woman, which is scheduled to hit theaters in June 2017. The film is being helmed by director Patty Jenkins.

Star studded: The film also stars Chris Pine, Lucy Davis, Danny Huston, Elena Anaya and David Thewlis

Filled with famous actors, the movie features Chris Pine, Lucy Davis, Danny Huston, Elena Anaya, and David Thewlis in its cast.

Mise en scène: Two members of the cast were seen on horses while others were situated in the wilderness

Set design: Two actors were spotted riding horses, while the rest were placed in the natural surroundings of the wild.

Coming though: The stuntwoman was seen later rocking sunglasses as she emerged from her trailer

On her way out, the stuntwoman was spotted wearing sunglasses after coming out of her trailer.

Reflecting on the chance to portray the legendary superhero, Gadot acknowledged the immense weight of the role. In an interview with EW, she expressed her excitement saying, “I am so thrilledaout this opportunity. I believe it’s a great chance to motivate and inspire people, not just women. It comes with a lot of responsibility. However, I am fortunate to have an incredible team and collaborators. I am looking forward to an incredible journey ahead, fingers crossed.”

First look: Last month, Gal posed alongside Lisa Loven Kongsli (Menalippe), 36, Connie Nielsen (Queen Hippolyta), 50, and Robin Wright (General Antiope), 49, in sneak peek at the upcoming blockbuster

Initial glimpse: In a recent photo shoot, Gal was seen standing with Lisa Loven Kongsli (Menalippe) aged 36, Connie Nielsen (Queen Hippolyta) aged 50, and Robin Wright (General Antiope) aged 49, offering fans a sneak peek of the highly anticipated blockbuster.

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