Ah, another edition of Geek React. Looks like I’ll be making this one of my blog features. With so many geek movies and news coming out, there will be more fangasm on my part, so stay tuned! :D
This week is all about girl power, courage, and wonder. Warner Bros. Pictures has just released the second trailer and new posters of “Wonder Woman” movie. It is the next entry in the DC Extended Universe, which is slated in June 2017 and stars Gal Gadot in the title role.
Below is the “Wonder Woman” second trailer:
DID YOU SEE THAT?! While watching the first part of the trailer, I already had goosebumps. But when the Wonder Woman theme song actually played while showing the movie title, my hairs literally stood up. I have been waiting for a #WonderWoman movie and it’s finally going to be here next year! And it will star none other than the fierce Gal Gadot, who is my girl crush.
Compared to the first trailer, this latest one showed a more in-depth look at Diana Prince’s story, why she fought together in a man's war, her affection for Steve Trevor, and her abilities and power. When we saw Wonder Woman in “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”, she said to Bruce Wayne “A hundred years ago I walked away from mankind; from a century of horrors... Men made a world where standing together is impossible.” Based on the new trailer, I think we will see the reason why Diana did walk away from mankind.
Another thing I loved from the trailer is we get to see Gadot do more action scenes, something fans are looking forward. There is a lot of action here and we see Diana use her sword and golden lasso, as well as perform physical combat. Gadot actually had a lot of training for her role of Wonder Woman.
However, what really made me fangirl over the latest trailer is the fact that Warner Bros. Pictures are finally coming out with a movie about a female superhero---something that Marvel Studios is not yet close to doing. People have been clamoring for a Wonder Woman movie for years because she is the symbolism of women empowerment and gender equality.
However, what really made me fangirl over the latest trailer is the fact that Warner Bros. Pictures are finally coming out with a movie about a female superhero---something that Marvel Studios is not yet close to doing. People have been clamoring for a Wonder Woman movie for years because she is the symbolism of women empowerment and gender equality.
I, for one, see her as my role model since I was a kid. Wonder Woman is someone who I always wanted to be as a person: independent, strong, brave, courageous, and selfless. So, when the new movie comes out next year, expect us to watch it on the first day.
For those who have watched “Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice”, I think we can all agree that one of the best things that happened in the film is the appearance of Wonder Woman. Because of that, everyone is looking forward to this “Wonder Woman” movie next year.
And just when I thought that the official trailer is enough, Warner Bros. Pictures came out with three new posters:
Yes, let me fangirl over Diana’s action poses and her toned arms! XD Gadot’s training and physique are indeed #fitnessgoals for me.
Anyway, the posters are awesome and they made me more excited for the movie! I can’t wait for June 2017 to come! :D
“Wonder Woman” will be shown in theaters on June 2, 2017. It stars Gal Gadot, Chris Pine, and Robin Wright, and is directed by Patty Jenkins.
~ Hainrihi
In less than two months, Marc and I will be watching another Star Wars movie. Nope, it’s not Episode VIII. Rather, it’s “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”, which is one of the spin-offs that will narrate different stories about the Star Wars universe.
The premise of “Rogue One”: After the formation of the Galactic Empire in “Episode III: Revenge of the Sith”, the Rebel Alliance recruits Jyn Erso (Felicity Jones) to work with Cassian Andor (Diego Luna) and a team of rebel soldiers to steal the Death Star plans.
When we watched “Episode IV: A New Hope”, the stealing of the plans was only described in the opening crawl and in mentions by some characters. However, no one knew what actually happened during the stealing---until “Rogue One” came.
On December, we will finally find out how the Death Star plans were stolen by these rebel soldiers, led by Jyn and Cassian. We get to see the details before, during, and after the stealing, as well as the exact stories of the characters involved.
I just saw the first trailer and it made me giddy with excitement because 1) The lead is a woman and 2) This is a new story that we never thought would be told on the big screen! I thought the trailer and some photos were enough to fill my Star Wars cravings. But when the second trailer came out on October 14, my body wasn’t ready!
Did you see that? I literally had goosebumps watching the trailer! It definitely had more action than the last one and it gave more details about the story---like that about Jyn’s father being involved in the building of the Death Star. They focused on the team of rebel soldiers and their determination to complete the mission.
One thing I loved about the latest trailer is seeing Jyn Erso getting emotional about his father and her mission. I didn’t see this side of Jyn in the first trailer and in the photos because she was portrayed with a cold and hard expression.
Now, you see her telling Cassian that she needs to find her father and reminding the rebel soldiers that there is hope because “Rebellions are built on hope”---then you see the team agreeing and smiling. Oh dear, I teared up a bit on that part because not only is hope a big theme in the Star Wars universe, but it also reminded me of my childhood love for this fandom. It was an overwhelming feeling of happiness, goosebumps, excitement, and curiosity that I also felt when I saw the trailer of “Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens” last year.
I am emphasizing it more: I am really excited for “Rogue One: A Star Wars Story”. Star Wars fans will finally learn everything about the rebel mission that helped saved people in “A New Hope”. I can’t wait for December 16, 2016!
But while that date isn’t here, fans can have their fill of Star Wars with the trailer AND the latest character posters:
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| Jyn Erso. A checkered past. A greater cause. |
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| Cassian Andor. An intelligence officer for the Rebel Alliance. |
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| Chirrut Îmwe. A warrior monk with faith in the Force. |
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| Baze Malbus. Soldier. Friend. |
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| Bodhi Rook. Former Imperial pilot who's seen the light. |
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| K-2SO. Reprogrammed to fight the Empire that made him. |
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| Saw Gerrera. Resolved to win the fight against the Empire. |
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| Director Orson Krennic. Cruel. Brilliant. Obsessed. |
#RogueOne #StarWars #RogueOneAStarWarsStory #movietrailer
~Hainrihi
