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WONDER WOMAN 1984 (2020) IS A COLORFUL MESS!! MOVIE REACTION!! Gal Gadot | Chris Pine | DCEU

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Wonder Woman 1984 Reaction and Deep Dive Commentary

Analyze the moral dilemmas and spectacular action of Wonder Woman 1984, focusing on the controversial wish mechanics and character arcs for Diana, Steve, and Maxwell Lord.

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  • Praise for the 1980s aesthetic, cinematography, and the strong return chemistry between Diana and Steve Trevor.
  • Critique of the second half becoming convoluted due to excessive focus on the "wishing" plot device and supernatural elements.
  • Pedro Pascal delivers a charismatic yet terrifying performance as the desperate businessman, Maxwell Lord.
  • Discussion centers heavily on the extreme moral sacrifice required by Steve Trevor to save the world from cascading wishes.

This commentary captures key reactions to the 2020 sequel, tracing the plot from Themyscira training through the global crisis instigated by the Dreamstone. The hosts contrast the strong character setup in the first half with the supernatural chaos of the second, evaluating character choices, particularly Barbara Minerva's descent into villainy and Steve Trevor's ultimate selflessness.

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PEDRO PASCAL AS MAXWELL LORD!! Wonder Woman 1984 Full Movie Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects - Save & Invest In Your Future Today, visit: https://www.acorns.com/rejects - Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ - WONDER WOMAN (2017) Movie Reaction: https://youtu.be/amNCubCTMbo With Superman (2025) on VOD, the new season of Peacemaker airing on HBO, AND the newly-announced Man of Tomorrow sequel, Tara & Andrew continue their DCEU Marathon giving their Wonder Woman 1984 Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Andrew Gordon & Tara Erickson dive into Wonder Woman 1984 (2020), the action-packed DCEU sequel directed by Patty Jenkins (Monster, Wonder Woman). Gal Gadot (Justice League, Fast & Furious) returns as Diana Prince / Wonder Woman, now living in the neon-soaked 1980s and working at the Smithsonian while secretly protecting humanity. Chris Pine (Star Trek, Into the Woods) reprises his role as Steve Trevor, brought back under mysterious circumstances through the power of the Dreamstone. Pedro Pascal (The Mandalorian, The Last of Us) stars as Maxwell Lord, a power-hungry businessman whose wishes bring catastrophic consequences, while Kristen Wiig (Bridesmaids, Ghostbusters) joins the cast as Barbara Minerva, whose transformation into the feral and dangerous Cheetah provides one of the film’s most memorable battles. The story follows Diana as she confronts moral dilemmas of love, sacrifice, and truth while navigating the chaos unleashed by the Dreamstone’s power. Key moments include Steve Trevor’s emotional return, Diana’s Golden Eagle armor reveal, the climactic showdown with Cheetah, and Wonder Woman’s final confrontation with Maxwell Lord—delivering one of the most talked-about endings in the DCEU. With stunning action sequences set against 1980s backdrops, heartfelt themes, and a blend of superhero spectacle and character-driven drama, Wonder Woman 1984 remains one of the most debated films in the franchise. #WonderWoman1984 #WonderWoman #GalGadot #PedroPascal #ChrisPine #KristenWiig #DCEU #DCComics #WonderWomanReaction #MaxwellLord #MovieReview #MovieReaction #ComicBookMovies #ComicBook #DC #1980s #1984 #WW84 Superman (2025) Movie Reaction Commentary: https://youtu.be/zvhETuN_tP0 Peacemaker Season 2, Episode 3 Reaction: https://youtu.be/fLFnWFTy5Lw Sean Gunn Interview: https://youtu.be/-_w2tIiwzog Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) Movie Reaction: https://youtu.be/TpFIbn10tuA Meeting JAMES GUNN - DCU Interview: https://youtu.be/eMeWKHc0cyY Follow *Tara Erickson* on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TaraErickson Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taraerickson/ twitter: https://twitter.com/thetaraerickson Follow Andrew Gordon On Socials: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MovieSource Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agor711/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/Agor711 0:00 Checking In! 2:29 Wonder Woman 1984 Reaction 29:14 ACORNS 31:18 Wonder Woman 1984 Movie Reaction 1:16:09 Wond Woman 1984 Review Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ RR Clips & Shorts Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ReelRejectsClips Follow TheReelRejects On The Socials: IG: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TT: https://www.tiktok.com/@thereelrejects?lang=en TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thereelrejects FB: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad: Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Supervising Producer: https://twitter.com/nerdchronic?lang=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Follow & Listen to Us Wherever You Get Your Podcasts!! - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3XHMwbveiznxSOGxN9XT0M - Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5tZWdhcGhvbmUuZm0vc3Rhci13YXJzLXRhbGs - Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-reel-rejects-tv-movie-recaps/id1616339990 - Audible: https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Apocalypse-Podcast/B08JJP58FG Follow GREG On INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/thegregalba PLAYLISTS: Trailer Reactions & Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw9ZsLdoAQFpx38s2hhyFgDe Movie Reviews: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw-comtadVs8b9JsZEWHUyr8 Sketches & Short Films: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-bIhJVeYWw_zWuTRfBOUP3aYyIYRzc2y

Top Comments (10)

@LiviaTsang 2025-09-05

Andrew, thank you for being here! I’m so sorry for your loss. I was surprised to see you back on the channel so soon after going through something so difficult, but we are grateful that you are able to spend some time with us ❤ even if it’s for this movie 😅

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@mcrohio 2025-09-05

Sending lots of love and hugs Andrew!!!! Here for you and please take all the time you need!!! 💖💖💖💖

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@BoyWolfiee 2025-09-05

Losing a loved one is one of the hardest things that could ever happen, and I'm so sorry for your loss Andrew, the pain your going through is something no one ever should. Your Dad sounds like he was an extremely nice and friendly person, and he'll never truly be gone, forgotten, or anything like that, both because of the memories you've had with him, and the fact that for as long as you live, there's a part of him also still living ❤

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@leonthesleepy 2025-09-05

Our hearts are with you Andrew! Please take all the time you need.

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@thewerewolff7248 2025-09-05

Weird fun fact. In the DCEU Batman’s parents die in 1981. Bruce would be a young teen in 1984 and so it’s very possible during this world wishing event he got his parents back for a day.

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@jocelyngipson7882 2025-09-05

Andrew I'm so sorry for your loss. I lost my dad last year after a stroke and he was absolutely my best friend and big me. It's weird to be in grief and find happiness in things but there is space for all of it, even as psychotic as it may feel. Praying for you guys

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@ReelRejects 2025-09-05

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@StevoJam-s3o 2025-09-11

this is not too bad a movie, just a bit more lighter hearted/campy, (some people actually like that) Cheeta is one of the original WW villains

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@minxiv7 2025-09-05

Oh Andrew, I am so incredibly sorry. I can't imagine what you and your family are going through right now. Sending you so much love to you and to your family. Grief is a beast of it' own and it takes as long as it takes, my friend. Give yourself as much grace as you would give a friend or a loved one. Knowing what I know of you, I believe that would be a great deal. Again, I am so sorry for your loss.

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@KDLuv23 2025-09-06

Sending you so much love Andrew! I’m so sorry for your loss. Thank you for being here despite your grief. We love you. ❤😢

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