Wonder Woman [Blu-ray] [2017] [Region Free]

We saw Gal Gardot make her debut as Wonder Woman in the recent Batman/Superman movie, this almost certainlya great beginning for her as a super-hero in her own rights.This one all starts in present-day Paris when Diana Prince receives a photographic-plate which shows her during WW1which prompts her to reflect on her early years and indeed self-imposed mission to try and end the war to end all wars.It all starts on the hidden island of Themyscira home of the Amazon women which was created by Zeus who also leavesthe gift of a child to Hippolyta - Diana (who will one day have the power to defend mankind against the gods)The island is solely occupied by the Amazon women, Diana will grow up knowing nothing of what lies beyond the shoresof Themyscira....as a child she craves to learn the skills of the Amazon warriors who she watches train..at first her motherwho has told Diana the history of her race is reluctant to include the eager young princess in the training however Hippolytaeventually agree's to let her sister Antiope train the youngster.During 1918, Diana now a young woman rescues an American pilot from the sea when his plane crashes...Steve Trevor(Chris Pine) is the first man she's ever seen....trouble is he has been pursued by a German gunboat, the soldiers from theboat launch an attack on the shores of the idyllic island, the Amazon women aided by Steve attack the intruders, thoughvictory is achieved sadly the encounter costs the life of Antiope.In the days that follow Diana learns from the airman of a horrific war he describes as the war to end all wars, rememberingwhat she had been told by her mother she assumes that Ares is responsible not really understanding that man is more thatcapable of going to war without any encouragement from the gods, and decides that she would go to London with Steveand try to bring an end to the conflict by destroying Ares.Which really, after the base-line is where the story begins -London is a strange place for Diana, she has trouble understanding many things including the apparent domination of themale species (the early sequences in London do bring forth many comical moments that stem from Diana's naivety withthe way things are beyond the shores of the island she'd lived at all these years)Steve an under-cover agent is assigned the task of trying to prevent the deadly gases being developed by Dr Maru for useagainst the allies...with a small team to help he sets off to thwart the effort, of course Diana insists on joining the questin the hope that she can kill who she believes to be responsible for the war.On the western-front in Belgium they find themselves in the trenches, the indestructible Diana puts new meaning into goingover-the-top into no-mans land, facing an onslaught of gun-fire she races across the open mud plains, of course Steve andhis team feel obliged to follow.Along the way they will liberate a Belgian village, is romance in the air between our heroes ?They will learn of a gala being held close-by at German High Command, Steve and Diana infiltrate proceedings hoping it willget them closer to the stocks of Gas being produced to turn the tide of the war.When the village they'd liberated earlier comes under attack they realise the factory is close-by...Steve will make an heroic attempt to stop a plane loaded with gas-bombs reaching it's intended target whilst Diana seeks outwho she believes to be Ares hoping to put a stop to the war, however after the fight the real Ares reveals himself to her, heseeks an alliance but Diana sticks with her intent to destroy him, though, she will have to learn the skills she has been givenquickly if she is to prevail against the might of Ares.The film with Diana's reflections follows her path from childhood to that of a super-hero.....the film is actually somewhat betterthan many of the super-hero movies that has gone before it.With good action sequences and superb use of special-effects it is certainly worthy of a viewing if you love the super-hero movies.More are planned...will look forward to them.

The best known Super Heroine from comics once had a tv series of her own. But a big screen version, despite once being in the works, never came to pass.Until now.Part of the current run of movies all set in DC Comics fictional universe, having seen Batman Vs Superman will give you a little background to the opening scene, but you won't get lost if you haven't.Bruce Wayne wants to know Diana Prince's [Gal Gadot] story. Which she remembers. In one long flashback. Born on the island of Themyscira. Daughter of the Queen of the Amazons. Diana was always destined for great things. Regardless of what her mother wanted.When man's world intruded, as American Pilot/Spy Steve Trevor [Chris Pine] comes crashing into Diana's life with the enemy in hot pursuit. World war one is raging, and Diana sees this as the work of the Amazon's arch enemy Ares, the god of war. Setting off with Steve, Diana intends to do the role she feels she was born for, to kill Ares and bring an end to war as a result.She has a lot to learn....It's nice to see a film where those involved have clearly taken the time to get the script right first of all, and this really shows. As does the director's clear vision for the project. It doesn't take too long on telling her origin story. Instantly Chris Pine is on screen he and Gal Gadot have great and charming chemistry. And the resulting journey through the narrative in their company is a pleasure.Genuine humour comes from character interaction, thanks to an excellent supporting bunch. The World War one setting is very well rendered, and since it's not something you see on film as much as world war two it does feel original and different.Diana goes on a genuine heroes journey, growing and changing and learning as she does. And Gal Gadot simply makes the role her own. Anyone familiar with Diana from the comic book page will tell you she should be strong, a brilliant warrior, determined, full of endless compassion and sympathy, and always prepared to do the right thing. And that's what she does here. All superbly conveyed by the leading lady, who does bring the gamut of experiences and emotions she goes through to life superbly.The first two action set pieces are superbly done, the second being one of the best in this kind of film ever done. It does perhaps lose a little focus in the third act when it has to resolve things and bring them all together. But that's only a minor complaint, because for one thing this film is far smarter with it's plot devices than you might initially expect.Great escapist blockbuster entertainment, and a film that the character fully deserved. Well worth five stars.Some scenes do have subtitles. Which cannot be turned off. And there are no extra scenes during or after the end credits at all.The dvd has the following language and subtitle options:Languages: English, Castilian Spanish.Subtitles: English, Castilian Spanish, Danish, Finnish, Greek, Icelandic, Norwegian, Swedish.It comes with the usual flyer with code to download copy of the film onto digital device.The disc goes straight to the main menu when loaded with no trailers or ads.Extras:DVD owners get just one featurette: One woman's vision: Diana in the modern world. A four minute long talk with the director about the period setting and how it was brought to life. Which is a fascinating talk, so like all such featurettes these days, you end up wishing it was longer.Subtitles: English, Castilian Spanish

The Story line is simple enough, thanks to Jack Snyder team who had previous success with the 300 films. The components of the story (Mythology, comic book lore etc.) were appealing enough. There was a good amount of action to keep the film moving along. Acting wise, they all do a good enough job - Gadot, Pine were ok and the side kicks also. But for me, Ewen Bremner as Charlie, who's character was intriguing added a solid note. As for Thewlis playing the role of Sir Patrick was a tad understated - allowing himself to 'Ham' in parts might have been down to 'loose' direction and which is a pity.Special effects were aplenty - CGI ever present though some scenes a tad stilted (fluid motion of some action fight scenes), but Im just being picky.Overall an enjoyable watch...though the duration of the film is a tad too long as a few 'void/filler scenes' were unecessary.

Great movie, always enjoyed watching this and the first had to get them on blu ray.