Revisionist History I Am Superman with Patty Jenkins | Development Hell
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Mar 21, 2024 Patty Jenkins, acclaimed director of "Wonder Woman" and "Monster," shares intriguing insights from her creative journey. She reveals her ambition to make an R-rated fairy tale about a dog named Bandit, intended to push boundaries in filmmaking and animal performances. Jenkins discusses the challenges of engaging themes of redemption and the struggles that female filmmakers face within Hollywood. She also candidly reflects on how personal loss and societal perceptions inform her storytelling, crafting narratives that resonate deeply.
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Oscar-Worthy Dog
- Patty Jenkins aimed to create an R-rated dog movie centered around a dog prison program.
- Her ambition was for the dog's performance to be Oscar-worthy.
Dog Prison Programs
- Jenkins explains that dog prison programs pair unadoptable dogs with inmates for rehabilitation.
- These programs significantly reduce recidivism rates among participating inmates.
Crushed Hope
- The emotional arc of the human protagonist involves a crushed hope for change after the prison shuts down the program.
- He grapples with the societal stigma that prevents ex-inmates from reintegrating.