Gal Gadot Is The Perfect Choice

Rating: 8/10 (17 July 2017)

An origin story with roots in Greek Mythology, "Wonder Woman"--told in flashback memory--begins with the child Diana leading an idyllic life on a beautiful hidden island. The princess becomes an Amazon warrior and, when her world is sullied by the ways of belligerent men, she undertakes a mission to set the world right.
Her venture into the surrounding world is a fish out of water story that becomes a love story, while still retaining its focus on her crusade. She learns about herself in the process and the viewer is treated to a morality tale about the nature of man. A superhero emerges, fit to carry a franchise.
The main strength of the film is Gal Gadot, the Israeli actress who plays Diana with conviction and vulnerability. She can handle the physicality of the role and still show an empathetic face when presented with the injustices of the world. She is the perfect choice for the role.
Chris Pine is solid in his portrayal of the pilot who stumbles into Diana's life journey. A few of the supporting players feel like they are shoe-horned into the story for reasons that do not serve the story. As a result, they are underdeveloped.
By the story's end, Wonder Woman has come into her powers and the stage is set for some potentially wonderful adventures.