Wonder Woman (2017), PG-13, 2 hr 21 min

Wonder Woman

Year: 2017
Franchise: DC Extended Universe (DCEU)
Franchise #: 4
MPAA Rating: PG-13
Total Runtime: 141 minutes
Tagline: “Power. Grace. Wisdom. Wonder.”

Main Cast
Gal Gadot as Diana Prince / Wonder Woman
Chris Pine as Steve Trevor
Connie Nielsen as Queen Hippolyta
Robin Wright as General Antiope
Danny Huston as General Ludendorff
David Thewlis as Sir Patrick / Ares
Ewen Bremner as Charlie
Saïd Taghmaoui as Sameer
Eugene Brave Rock as Chief

Reviews
Synopsis: Diana, princess of the Amazons, lives on a hidden island until American pilot Steve Trevor crashes into her world and tells her about World War I. Believing she can stop the war by defeating the god Ares, Diana joins the fight to end human suffering. Along the way, she discovers her powers, her compassion—and herself.

Overview: This movie was a major breath of fresh air for the DCEU. It combined myth, history, and superhero origin with heart and purpose. Gal Gadot shines as Wonder Woman, balancing strength and innocence. Director Patty Jenkins created something inspiring and emotionally resonant, showing that heroism isn’t about power—it’s about love and courage. It’s often cited as one of the best superhero films of the 2010s.

Family Friendliness: This film is one of the more family-accessible entries in the DCEU. There’s stylized violence—battle scenes, explosions, and swordplay—but nothing gratuitous. Diana’s modesty and values stand out in a world of corruption and war. Teens and up are fine; even younger kids might be inspired, though some war scenes may be intense for little ones.

Christian Perspective: There’s a strong theme of sacrificial love here. Diana willingly risks her life to save others, driven by compassion and the belief that people are worth saving—even if they’re flawed. Her confrontation with evil isn’t just about power, but about mercy and conviction. Her faith in humanity, even when others give up, echoes Christ-like love. Ares tempting Diana parallels Satan’s lies—very on point symbolically.

Critics Ratings
My Rating: 9/10
Dove Foundation: ❌ Not Dove-Approved
IMDb: 7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: Critics: 93%, Audience: 83%
Metacritic: 76/100

Notable Scenes
No Man’s Land Scene – Diana steps into gunfire alone, a powerful turning point

Themyscira Battle – Amazons vs. invading German soldiers in stunning choreography

Diana and Steve's Dance – A quiet, emotional moment amid war

The Final Confrontation with Ares – Diana embraces love, not vengeance

Steve’s Sacrifice – Heartbreaking and heroic, shaping Diana's future

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