“It's not about superheroes. This is the method of universal storytelling that all people have... To me, they're the same as the Greek myths or the Roman myths or religious figures of every religion. These are common characters that we use to express stories about being a better person or what you would do when faced with various things.”

American film director, screenwriter, and producer

Patricia Lea Jenkins is an American film director, screenwriter, and producer. She is known for directing the feature films Monster, Wonder Woman, and Wonder Woman 1984. Her work spans writing, producing, and directing, with a career that has included some of the most visible studio releases in recent years. Jenkins is especially associated with these films as a director, and her public profile is tied to contemporary American cinema.