Hollywood star Gal Gadot recently sat down with JG to discuss the demanding preparation required for her upcoming film, The Runner. Over a nine‑month period, Gadot worked with Olympic trainer Malachi Davis to build the stamina needed for a role that kept her running for much of the picture.
“I needed a lot of preparation, and I prepped for it for nine months,” Gadot said, adding that she has never been fond of running. “If there’s one thing I don’t like to do, it’s running. No, I hated running.” The intensive regimen included learning proper technique and endurance training, but the shoot also took a physical toll. Gadot finished the production on crutches after sustaining an injury toward the end of filming.
On‑set logistics and emotional stakes
Beyond the physical preparation, the production required a unique approach to filming action sequences. Gadot explained that the camera crew had to adapt equipment—using dirt‑filled blades and skateboards—to capture the sensation of motion while keeping her safe.
She described the experience as unlike anything she has done before, calling it “so intense” and expressing excitement to share the finished film with audiences.
Family perspective
The emotional core of the movie resonated with Gadot as a mother of four. She watched a screening with her nine‑year‑old daughter, noting that her husband sat between them while the child kept holding their hands, especially during the film’s most frightening moments. “She kept making sure I was alive, that I’m still there,” Gadot recalled.
Gadot said her role as a mother influences the strong, resilient characters she chooses to portray. “I like to play these badass women because I am a mother of four. I want my children to have everything it takes to thrive and live their lives to the fullest,” she said.
Why the script appealed
The unpredictable twists and turns of the story were a major draw for Gadot. “That’s what sold me on the script—the twists and turns at the end,” she said. She appreciated that the film kept her guessing, unlike many movies where the ending is obvious.
When asked if the rigorous training might inspire her to run a marathon, Gadot was unequivocal: “No. No. No. No,” she replied.
Original reporting: Brookhaven News – ABC7 New York — read the source article.
