While the general public may have to wait a little longer to see Wonder Woman 1984, a selection of critics have been treated to early screenings of the film. Directed by Patty Jenkins from a script she wrote with Geoff Johns and David Callaham, it serves as a sequel to 2017’s blockbuster hit Wonder Woman.
Gal Gadot and Chris Pine reprise their roles from the first movie, while Kristen Wiig and Pedro Pascal make their DC debut. Set during the Cold War in 1984, the story follows Diana Prince as she faces off with two formidable foes – media businessman Maxwell Lord and friend-turned-enemy Barbara Ann Minerva.
Following the screenings, critics took to social media to share their thoughts on the film and the reactions have been overwhelmingly positive.
Managing Editor at Fandango, Erik Davis said…
“I’m so happy to report that #WW84 is an absolute blast from start to finish. An exceptional compliment to the first film, it’s stuffed w/ heart, hope, love, action, romance and humour. Patty Jenkins, Gal Gadot and team delivered one of DC’s best sequels. I was in tears when it ended.”
I’m so happy to report that #WW84 is an absolute blast from start to finish. An exceptional compliment to the first film, it’s stuffed w/ heart, hope, love, action, romance & humor. @PattyJenks, @GalGadot & team delivered one of DC's best sequels. I was in tears when it ended. pic.twitter.com/ivPkBFmehd
— Erik Davis (@ErikDavis) December 5, 2020
Managing Editor of Nerdist, Amy Ratcliffe said…
“I got to watch Wonder Woman 1984 yesterday and… honestly it’s just what I needed. What we all need. It’s uplifting, hopeful, and so utterly Wonder Woman. Just a beautiful film with themes that hit you right in the heart.”
I got to watch Wonder Woman 1984 yesterday and… honestly it’s just what I needed. What we all need. It’s uplifting, hopeful, and so utterly Wonder Woman. Just a beautiful film with themes that hit you right in the heart. #WW84
— Amy Ratcliffe (@amy_geek) December 5, 2020
Events Editor for CinemaBlend, Eric Eisenberg said…
“Huge news: Wonder Woman 1984 is fantastic! The story is excellent & has a great, timely message; it packs in a ton of surprises; and amazing work is done with both Cheetah and Max Lord (Wiig & Pascal are both stellar). Get hyped, because it’s the real deal.”
Huge news: Wonder Woman 1984 is fantastic! The story is excellent & has a great, timely message; it packs in a ton of surprises; and amazing work is done with both Cheetah & Max Lord (Wiig & Pascal are both stellar). Get hyped, because it's the real deal. #WonderWoman1984 #WW1984 pic.twitter.com/9UQLyxn3gx
— Eric Eisenberg (@eeisenberg) December 5, 2020
Judging from these reactions, the movie promises to be everything fans had hoped for and then some. Wonder Woman 1984 will premiere on HBO Max and in theatres on December 25, 2020.
Additionally, Warner Media will be releasing its entire 2021 slate concurrently on HBO Max and in movie theatres as a one-year experimental business model due to Covid-19.
