Malin Akerman in Watchmen

Description: Malin Akerman as Laurie Jupiter / Silk Spectre: Jessica Alba and Natalie Portman were originally considered for the role, but Snyder felt that they were too well known to be playing such a serious part. Åkerman described her character as the psychology and the emotion of the film due to being the only woman among the men. The actress worked out... ( +expand to view full text )

Description: Malin Akerman as Laurie Jupiter / Silk Spectre: Jessica Alba and Natalie Portman were originally considered for the role, but Snyder felt that they were too well known to be playing such a serious part. Åkerman described her character as the psychology and the emotion of the film due to being the only woman among the men. The actress worked out and trained to fight for her portrayal of the crimefighter.