Despite her success in movies like Fast Furious, Wonder Woman, and Red Notice, Gal Gadot, a 38-year-old actress, still struggles with feeling like she doesn’t belong in Hollywood. She recently opened up about her insecurities in an interview with L’Officiel magazine while posing for stunning photos. Gadot admitted to experiencing imposter syndrome, constantly worrying about whether people will like her work. Despite her achievements, she continues to feel anxious about how her performances will be received by audiences.
In a recent interview with L’Officiel magazine, the Israeli actress opened up about her self-doubts while posing for glamorous photos. She revealed that a conversation with Hollywood legend Francis Ford Coppola helped ease her nerves.
Recalling her chat with Coppola, known for The Godfather trilogy, she shared, “I asked him, ‘How does it feel to be a national treasure?’ He responded by saying he is always full of doubts and fears that people won’t like his work. He emphasized the importance of following his heart and approaching things with humility, which she found to be a valuable lesson.”
Reflecting on the experience, she felt inspired by Coppola’s humility, realizing that even a legendary figure like him grapples with insecurities. This encounter taught her to embrace her own vulnerabilities.
Looking ahead to her upcoming project, the actress discussed her new film, Heart Of Stone, where she takes on the lead role and works as a co-producer alongside her husband. Drawing from the success of Wonder Woman, she aims to create an action movie with a female protagonist that is gritty, raw, and relatable to a wide audience.
In conclusion, the actress is determined to continue challenging stereotypes and breaking boundaries in the entertainment industry with her unique approach to female-led films.
Strange sensation: “It’s interesting, I often experience this impostor syndrome because I feel incredibly fortunate to be able to pursue my true passion,” the brunette beauty remarked.
The other side: “I always have that little voice in the back of my head hoping that they will enjoy it,” shared the legendary actress.
“Typically, as an actor, you receive the script and can discuss it with the director, but that’s pretty much it. In a way, it’s simple; you don’t have to stress about anything. However, there’s a special thrill and joy in starting from scratch and creating something entirely new.
She prefers her characters to have imperfections.
“I had already experienced and loved portraying superheroes, and I wanted to depict a realistic person.
“I wanted to develop a character who has learned to rely on herself for everything. She can never be completely transparent; she can never fully trust anyone.
That’s one of the reasons why I admired working with Tom Harper, our director. I remember watching Wild Rose with Jessie Buckley, and even though it was a small-scale story, he managed to infuse it with deep character development. To me, it was more crucial to collaborate with a director who values emotional performances and the narrative over flashy action scenes.
She also relishes collaborating with her spouse.
“Jaron and I have always been in sync. He comes from the business world, and when he sold his entire real estate company portfolio in Tel Aviv, we saw an excellent opportunity.
“It was either diving into real estate or joining forces with me, and I thought, ‘Let’s work together,’ as he was the missing piece. Jaron has a strategic mind for business, and who could better represent my interests than my lifelong partner.
Will the audience enjoy it? The accomplished actress admitted, “I never once thought, ‘They’re going to adore this.'”
Coppola agreed, sharing that a Hollywood legend had helped ease her nerves. She recalled a conversation with Francis Ford Coppola where she asked him about his feelings on being considered a national treasure. She expressed her hopes for the audience’s enthusiasm, emphasizing the desire for a suspenseful and exciting experience that keeps viewers at the edge of their seats. Gal mentioned that while drawing inspiration from other films, they tried to create something original and unique. The filming took place in multiple locations including Iceland, Morocco, Lisbon, London, and the Alps in Italy. Reflecting on the experience, Gal admitted to enjoying filming in Lisbon the most due to its charm, people, food, and overall energy that made it a smooth process.
He made a notable contribution: Coppola is most famous for his work on The Godfather series. According to him, “I always have doubts and fear that my work won’t be well received. I just trust my instincts and approach it with humility.” This was a valuable lesson learned from his experience.
During a 2022 interview, the director of The Godfather, Francis Ford Coppola, shared with me his surprising humility and insecurity. This conversation took place just before my role as the villain in the upcoming Snow White film.
I was thrilled to take on the character of the Evil Queen, Disney’s first-ever evil villain. It was a fantastic opportunity to tap into my darker, more theatrical side and even showcase my singing talents.
Getting into character was a challenge, as I found myself fully immersed in the role for the first few days of filming. It was like being in a theater production, where everything is larger than life and more dramatic – and I absolutely loved every moment of it.
The talented photographer Celeste Sloman and stylist Cristina Ehrlich helped capture this enchanting experience.