How sad is this?

It’s an especially fun movie from a director and cast who are clearly having a good time allowing themselves to let loose.

It's funny watching the elements come together in this complicated scam. On one hand, the set-up isn't quite as complex as it seems, but there's an easy sense of fun in every exchange.

It is a whirlwind of delight --- attractive actors, stunning couture, spectacular sets and outrageous parties. It's a feast for the eyes. But what really makes this dramedy work is the acting.

Though Wonder Woman has seen a tried and failed TV Series and a popular three season TV Series in the '70's the character never had the recognition she deserved after that. So we saw her in the Justice League animation, though not until 2009 did she get a feature length animation to herself. While both Batman and Superman had series and movies to their credit. Not such a good thing for one of DC's Trinity.This film goes to show that both DC and Warner were wrong to shelf the Amazon Wonder for so long. I still cannot believe that there wasn't a series on the back of this movie. The story which the writers give the audience is one based on the current mythos. After the Amazons help Zeus to defeat Ares - the God of War, Zeus and Hera entrusts them to hold him prisoner on an Island created for that sole purpose - Themyscira. Mystical bracelets shackle him against using his powers. After years of guarding Ares, Diana is born out of her mother's love and Zeus' will, after Queen Hippolyte forges her from clay. More years go by and Diana grows into a young woman learning the ways of the Amazons. until their peace is shattered by a jet fighter crashing on their Island. Under the lasso of truth it's deemed that the pilot, Steve Trevor is no threat and should be returned to his world. During the Games to find an emissary to accompany Trevor, Ares is set free by his guard, his secret lover, Persephone. Now Diana has two missions to accomplish.The director does a wonderful job of keeping the action sequences coming thick and fast while interweaving some very good drama sequences (of which I particularly like the Steve Trevor lasso interrogation scene and Diana's introduction to Ares). The great thing about animation is that you have a broader scope of what you can bring to life. In this case it's the monster, demons, and ghosts. If this had been made in live action it would have required a much bigger budget.The story, on the whole, is strong and both the writers do a great job with the Amazons and their time period. The many references and quotes go along way to set an atmosphere and a believability for the audience. The only thing I found wrong with the film was Steve Trevor's character who comes of week and unassured at times. Even Fillion helps to give the character a "Wimpy" feel. Steve Trevor should be the complete opposite of these, with more than a smattering of cocky to boot. I think a rewrite of the character and a voice change would have worked better - David Boreanaz'ish or Ryan Reynold'ish.I also don't believe that Molina had the strength to voice Ares, who actually comes off kinda Meh! It needed a darker and richer voice, somewhere between Brian Blessed and Tim Curry (circa Legend) to give the God the power he deserves. Russell does a great job as Wonder Woman and in the scene with the ice cream brings out the child in Diana superbly - a very nice scene. Though the stars for me were Virginia Madsen, who was surprisingly brilliant as Hippolyte, and Oliver Platt for his magnificent take on Hades.I would recommend this for all as it has something for everybody. A strong story, good animation and direction, good acting, fast paced and action packed. This is one film I would be happy to watch again. All DC and Wonder Woman fans shouldn't miss this film.

This is not just a simple animated comic book. This film contains a disturbing "metaphysical tone" which is totally inappropriate for this type of genre.This is not the classic character you grew up with. These Amazons have become angry and hostile and stridently political. It infers that women have to prove themselves by being violent and hostile.With one exception the voice actors are outstanding. Nathan Fillion, as the voice of Steve Trevor, makes absolutely no effort to become the Steve Trevor character. He remains at all times the same annoying character he plays on "Castle".This film is NOT suitable for viewers under 12.

A graceful Amazon princess of untold strength and beauty attempts to prevent the god of war from instigating a conflict that will last for centuries and destroy the human race as the animated adventure marking the return of DC Comics heroine Wonder Woman. On the mystical island of Themyscira lives a fierce race of warrior Amazons who have raised a powerful daughter named Princess Diana. The Amazons live in secrecy from the outside world, but when Army fighter pilot Steve Travor crash-lands in their tropical paradise, the headstrong princess defies the law of the land by accompanying Trevor back to civilization. But her transition into the modern world won't be an easy one, because when Ares escapes from his Amazonian prison and begins plotting his revenge, Princess Diana is the only person who stands between the god of war, and the destruction of the human race - beginning with the Amazons. Now, as Princess Diana harnesses her unique powers to boldly fight back against Ares and save the planet from certain destruction, Wonder Woman is born and the battle for civilization begins.

This movie is an excellent depiction of the world's greatest female super-hero. The movie begins in the past before the Amazons isolated themselves from the world of men and when Hippolyta possessed the Mantle of Wonder Woman, during the battle between the Amazons and the spawns of Ares however Hippolyta defeats Ares and puts him in enchanted chains that only a fellow god. The Amazons then get their home on the beautiful ,tropical island of Theymyscara where they live simple warrior lives. Hippolyta unable to have a child, models one out of sand and clay then the raw power the Olympian gods gives life to the sand creating the baby who would go to be the next Wonder Woman, she grows up to be a prominent warrior who is curious what lay out in "Man's World." Then their world is turned upside down when humorous pilot Steve Trevor crashes on Theymyscara providing a need for a Wonder Woman ambassador to "Man's World" despite wanting to enter the competition Hippolyta forbids Diana from joining the competition ,so she then enters under a combat helmet. She then crushes the other contestants. Proving she is worthy Queen Hippolyta changes her mind giving Diana the costume and equipment to be the next Wonder Woman. Meanwhile Ares escapes bidding to conquer the Gods and destroy the world giving Wonder Woman a world to save along with Steve Trevor. A action packed adventure for any super-hero fan. Lauren Montgomery succeeds again as a director. This movie provides an action -packed adventure and is a must-see!