Even the biggest superhero movies can sometimes leave people disappointed. Wonder Woman 1984, the sequel to the 2017 smash hit Wonder Woman, is no exception. While Gal Gadot’s portrayal of Princess Diana of Themyscira was widely praised, there’s one scene that has become a bit of a sticking point for some fans.
In that scene, Diana confronts Max Lord, the movie’s villain played by Pedro Pascal. She’s set on stopping him from using the artifact’s incredible power. The movie is about Wonder Woman’s adventure during the Cold War, where she faces off against her foes Maxwell (a powerful businessman with a hidden agenda) and Cheetah (a fierce villainess).
DC Fans Continue to Make Fun of this Wonder Woman Moment
During the scene in Wonder Woman 1984, Wonder Woman (Gal Gadot) jumps onto the car of Max Lord (Pedro Pascal), who is driving recklessly through the streets. With her super strength, she grips the car tightly, holding on as it races through the streets. She shouts:
Max Lord, you’re putting yourself and everyone else in danger. I need you to give me the Stone.
However, Gadot’s delivery of the line didn’t quite resonate with some viewers, who felt it lacked the strong presence expected of Wonder Woman. Social media was full of critiques, questioning how such a famous actress could falter. Check out some fan reactions:
acting so horrible even Pedro couldn’t believe it 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/HQXEwea5ma
— ່ (@tylerduran21) June 29, 2024
How did she get that famous she’s a horrible actor
— Emmy (@Emmmyalluu) June 30, 2024
She said that line she’s trying to communicate to someone who doesn’t understand English 💀
— Cody Fandom (@CodyFandom_) June 29, 2024
I’ll never understand how she got the role just awful
— tae♟️ (@taeoct6jr) June 30, 2024
It’s actually so funny how just now people realize how an awful actor she is 😅
— Pau #DANKESEB (@EJperfection) June 30, 2024
While one scene made people talking, Israeli star’s performance got mostly good reviews from critics (via Rotten Tomatoes). But Wonder Woman 1984 movie didn’t meet expectations as a whole. Fans disliked the long runtime, underdeveloped villain, and controversial plot points. This, combined with the COVID-19 pandemic, led to poor box office performance.
What’s Next for Wonder Woman?
DCU is undergoing a major reboot. This means new actors will be playing Superman and Batman, and the Wonder Woman 3 movie with Gal Gadot won’t be happening anymore. Although the big screen Wonder Woman won’t be Gadot anymore, the franchise isn’t dead. The Paradise Lost series and an upcoming movie (likely) show DC’s commitment to the character.
Paradise Lost is an HBO Max series set on Wonder Woman’s home island, Themyscira. This series goes back in time to show fans what life was like for the Amazons before Wonder Woman showed up. Although there isn’t much info yet about the next Wonder Woman film. But fans can look forward to seeing Wonder Woman make a comeback in a whole new way soon.
Watch Wonder Woman 1984 on Amazon Prime Video!
Frequently asked questions
Which Wonder Woman 1984 scene did fans criticize?
Fans singled out a scene where Diana, played by Gal Gadot, clings to the top of a car driven recklessly by villain Max Lord, played by Pedro Pascal, and delivers a warning line to him. Some viewers felt the delivery didn’t match the commanding presence typically expected from the character, leading to widespread social media mockery.
How was Gal Gadot’s overall performance in Wonder Woman 1984 received?
Despite criticism of the specific car chase scene, Gal Gadot’s overall performance as Diana Prince received largely positive reviews from critics. The film as a whole, however, underperformed at the box office and drew complaints about its long runtime and underdeveloped villain, a reception also affected by its pandemic-era release.
Will Gal Gadot return as Wonder Woman in future DC projects?
As of the article, a Wonder Woman 3 film starring Gal Gadot was no longer moving forward due to the DC Universe’s broader creative reboot. However, the character’s future wasn’t entirely closed off, with an HBO Max series called Paradise Lost set on Themyscira in earlier development as part of DC’s plans.
