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WONDER WOMAN script analysis

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Diana’s journey from Themyscira to the front lines of World War I establishes her origins, her call to adventure, and her ultimate transformation into Wonder Woman. Along the way she grapples with doubt, forges alliances, faces her antagonist Ares, and returns to the modern world with new purpose.

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1

Opening Image

Scene 1 / Page 1 / 1% target

90%

The film opens with Diana reflecting on humanity’s darkness as Earth is shown from space.

I used to want to save the world...
2

Theme Stated

Scene 4 / Page 1 / 5% target

80%

Diana’s line about learning the hard way hints at the theme of hope versus despair.

I learned this the hard way. A long, long time ago. And now I will never be the...
3

Set-Up

Scenes 5-19 / Pages 1-20 / 10% target

85%

We see Diana’s childhood and her training on Themyscira establishing her world and skills.

4

Catalyst

Scenes 20-21 / Pages 20-21 / 12% target

90%

Diana witnesses Steve’s plane crash and rescues him, which propels her off the island.

5

Debate

Scenes 34-38 / Pages 34-38 / 20% target

80%

Diana debates with Hippolyta and Steve about leaving Themyscira to fight Ares.

Excuse me, Mother. But after everything the man said... this must be Ares.
6

Break into Two

Scenes 42-43 / Pages 42-43 / 25% target

90%

Diana steals her gear and leaves Themyscira, entering Act Two.

Thank you. Now I will show you the way off the island. And you will take me to...
7

B Story

Scene 46 / Page 46 / 30% target

70%

The relationship between Diana and Steve deepens aboard the sailing vessel.

How long until we reach the war?
8

Fun and Games

Scenes 50-59 / Pages 50-59 / 40% target

85%

Diana experiences London, fights side-by-side with Steve and recruits the team.

Why are they holding hands?
9

Midpoint

Scene 61 / Page 61 / 50% target

80%

Diana deciphers the gas formula, marking a false victory/point of no return.

Ottoman and Sumerian.
10

Bad Guys Close In

Scenes 68-76 / Pages 68-76 / 65% target

80%

The team faces setbacks in Belgium and the threat of Ludendorff’s gas intensifies.

We’ve got to get a move on. Chief won’t wait.
11

All Is Lost

Scenes 91-93 / Pages 91-93 / 75% target

90%

Diana is pinned by Ares and witnesses the bomb explosion, seeming to fail completely.

Is that all you have to offer me?
12

Dark Night of the Soul

Scenes 93-94 / Pages 93-94 / 80% target

85%

Diana doubts humanity and her purpose after seeing Steve’s sacrifice.

You came here with such hope and determination and look at you now. Mankind did this to you....
13

Break into Three

Scenes 94-95 / Pages 94-95 / 85% target

70%

Celebration in Trafalgar Square reignites Diana’s hope and purpose.

Did Etta tell you? That General whats-his-name, you know --
14

Finale

Scenes 91-93 / Pages 91-93 / 95% target

90%

Diana defeats Ares in the climactic battle, saving mankind.

15

Final Image

Scenes 95-97 / Pages 95-97 / 99% target

85%

Diana returns to the Louvre and leaps into action as Wonder Woman, framing her new mission.

To end war and bring peace to mankind.