# Stormy Superhero Stills Zack Snyder Releases the First Image of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman By Vasiliki Marapas | Published 2014-07-28 | Pop Culture Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gal-gadot-as-wonder-woman References: [usmagazine](http://www.usmagazine.com/entertainment/news/gal-gadot-as-wonder-woman-first-pic-from-batman-vs-superman-sequel-2014277) & [vulture](http://www.vulture.com/2014/07/your-first-look-at-gal-gadot-as-wonder-woman.html) Director Zack Snyder gave comic book fans everywhere the treat of their lives when he shared the first image of Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman during Comic-Con. The still is from Snyder's upcoming film '[Batman vs. Superman](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/batman-x-blvck-collection): Dawn of Justice,' which is set for release in May of 2016. The photo follows the release of a profile-view shot of Ben Affleck as Batman. Snyder, [Warner Bros](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-ghost-chilli-chicken-wings) and [DC](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bazooka-bubble-gum-and-dc-comics) are obviously eager to build excitement for what is sure to be one of the biggest, most important superhero movies to date. In a controversial move, Gadot's Wonder Woman costume trades in the classic red, white and blue color palette of the original for a bronze costume. Regardless of what color she's wearing, I think we can all agree 29-year-old Gadot looks smoking hot! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Pop Culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/popculture) > [Media](https://www.trendhunter.com/media) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **New Age Superheroes:** A trend towards reimagining classic superheroes with modern interpretations and new aesthetics. - **Gender-neutral Superheroes:** A trend towards breaking down traditional gender norms with superheroes that challenge the binary. - **Superheroes in Film:** A trend towards creating more complex, nuanced and thoughtful portrayals of superheroes in film. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Film:** Opportunity to create blockbuster hits by exploring new interpretations of classic superheroes with diverse characters and intriguing storylines. - **Fashion:** Opportunity to create superhero-inspired fashion and merchandise, catering to audiences that desire unique and trendy products with an edgy, modern twist. - **Social Activism:** Opportunity to use superhero characters and their stories as allegories for important social issues, giving audiences compelling and inspiring content that can also have practical impact. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collaboration Superhero Comics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bazooka-bubble-gum-and-dc-comics.md) - [Classic Superhero-Inspired Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-hungry-for-heroes.md) - [Superhero-Inspired Pet Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/warner-bros-1.md) - [Empowering Superhero-Inspired Shapewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inner-armour.md) - [Comic Book Hero Collectibles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comic-book-heros.md) - [Comic-Themed RPG Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jam-city.md) - [Superhero QSR Meal Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dairy-queen-x-superman-menu.md) - [Chrome-Colored Action Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-toys-1.md) - [Superhero Movie Snack Partnerships](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rollover-and-warner-bros.md)