Gal Gadot on 'In the Hand of Dante': Unlike anything I've ever been a part of
Mumbai, June 24
Hollywood star Gal Gadot has spoken about working with painter-filmmaker Julian Schnabel in the forthcoming film "In The Hand Of Dante" and said that it's bold, moving, and unlike anything she has ever been a part of.
In the Hand of Dante is a drama film directed by Schnabel, based on the 2002 novel by Nick Tosches. It follows a manuscript of Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy found in the Vatican library, which makes its way to a mob boss in New York City, ending up in the hands of Nick Tosches.
The actress shared a string of images from the sets of the film, including glimpses of her with the renowned filmmaker.
She wrote in the caption: "Tomorrow, In the Hand of Dante arrives on Netflix. This film has been an incredible journey- a story that weaves together a love that transcends lifetimes, art, crime, and everything in between. It's bold, moving, and unlike anything I've ever been a part of."
Talking about working with the filmmaker, who has been a proponent of independent arthouse cinema since the 1990s, Gadot said it was a "dream come true."
"Working with Julian Schnabel was truly a dream come true. He is an artist I have admired for many years, and The Diving Bell and the Butterfly remains one of my all-time favorite films," she wrote on Instagram.
The actress added: "Having the opportunity not only to work with him, but also to get to know the gentle, artistic soul behind his remarkable work, was a gift I will always cherish. I'm deeply grateful to have shared this experience with such an extraordinary cast and crew, and I can't wait for you to finally see it.
Gadot concluded. "Thank you to everyone who helped bring this beautiful and ambitious project to life. I hope you connect with it as deeply as we did while making it. In the Hand of Dante premieres tomorrow on Netflix."
The film also stars Oscar Isaac, Gerard Butler, John Malkovich, Louis Cancelmi, Sabrina Impacciatore, Benjamin Clementine, Martin Scorsese, Al Pacino and Jason Momoa.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Gal Gadot as Wonder Woman was iconic, but I'm excited to see her in something more experimental. Julian Schnabel is a genius—The Diving Bell and the Butterfly was heartbreakingly beautiful. This cast is insane: Oscar Isaac, Al Pacino, Martin Scorsese! 🎬 Bollywood should take notes on how to blend art house with mainstream appeal. Want to see more cross-cultural stories like this.
Honestly, I'm a bit skeptical. Gal Gadot's acting range has been limited so far—she was good in Wonder Woman but everything else felt flat. 😕 Schnabel is a legendary director though, so maybe she'll surprise us. Still, this premise sounds confusing: a manuscript from the Vatican goes to a mob boss? Hope the execution is better than the logline.
The concept of a lost manuscript shaping history is so intriguing—reminds me of Dan Brown novels but elevated. And that cast! Jason Momoa, Al Pacino, John Malkovich? That's like a movie lover's dream ensemble. As an Indian viewer, I appreciate how Hollywood is increasingly exploring literary adaptations with global appeal. Bachchon ko bhi inspire karega! 📖✨
I love that Gal Gadot is honest about this being unlike anything she's done—actors often say that about every project, but her words feel genuine here. "Love that transcends lifetimes" in the context of Dante's work? That's deep. Hope Netflix markets this well in India. We need more arthouse films accessible on streaming platforms. 😊🎥
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