Movie Review: Wonder Woman 1984

From its clever opening moment of young Diana on Themyscira learning a valuable life lesson to the impactful ending, Wonder Woman 1984 was a amazing sequel to the 2017 hit movie Wonder Woman. It's a rare follow-up that bursts with action, fun and endless surprises that'll keep you guessing. Because as I was watching the movie, I couldn't stop wondering what was going to happen next especially as Diana had a lot to deal with in this movie. Not only was she going to have to stop the ever increasing chaos causing Maxwell Lord but also her former friend the powerful Dr. Barbara Minerva a.k.a. Cheetah.

Steve Trevor's return was very surprising but there was nothing surprising about Diana and Steve's love. It's very palpable. I just loved watching all of their scenes because their amazing chemistry makes it feel as if no time had been lost between them. However, his return will have Diana making a tough decision. There is a scene that will make you feel her pain and sorrow but despite the despair it shows that Diana's strength is not from her powers but from her heart.

With spectacular action, deeply rich characters and an engrossing story, this has become one of my new favorite movies. I also loved the wardrobe from the over the top 80s fashion to Diana's classic style, it was incredible. I'll have to write something about it for another post. What I found to be the most striking element of this film is that it shows there can be great consequences to our decisions. Although we may get exactly what we want or think we want that doesn't mean it's not hurting us or so many others.