Why DCU definitely needs this: WONDER WOMAN - Official Trailer [HD]

DC has had a rough few kickoffs with their Cinematic Universe. Batman Vs Superman led the universe, and Suicide Squad followed suit. Now, I'm going to be the first to say that I enjoyed the first two installments of the DCU enough. Suicide Squad more than Batman vs Superman. I had a great time seeing characters like Harley Quinn and enjoyed Affleck's take on Batman (better than Bale for me). I liked how they managed to catch some of the aspects of these characters that made these characters popular (Harley's crazy but off the wall jokes that often pertained to killing someone and Batman's angsty moment when he was at the lowest). The problem with those movies is that they are FAR too crowded. The Amazing Spider-Man 2, a movie that I like but abhor for being too crowded also falls into that same curse. A comic book movie's BEST chemistry, trait, etc, could be forgotten because of underdeveloped characters and rushed fanservice antics. Also, both movies seem to lean on the idea that they are setups for other movies and for a Cinematic Universe that is barely learning how to stand, it's already starting to jog--SPRINT to the crossover arena.

They are trying fervently to do what Marvel Cinematic Universe had accomplished(and is accomplishing). That is all well and good but DC has to build its lore first. While DC has a pretty strong standing mainstream presence where both casual and diehard fans can say who is Batman, Superman, and Wonder Woman, DC needs to remember that they STILL need to build a universe where all fans are on the same page when it comes to knowing what is the general backbone of the Cinematic Universe: where the characters stand, what is, and what isn't. Just like Marvel has done over the years.

"Listen to our stories! Seriously! Listen to all of us at once!"

DC didn't do that. They jumped right in and everything about the first two movies of the DCU are crossovers and heavily dependent on fan knowledge--if not, backstories are just crammed into this tiny little space that we as viewers barely got to acknowledge the existence of the lore. Casual and movie fans aren't allowed to get attached to these characters because there are SO many plots, characters, and lore to catch up with. I mean let's just use Henry Cavill as a good example; his Superman is BARELY taking off. From what I have heard, fans are split in half about how he portrays his Superman. Honestly, I think he did well with Man of Steel and I think with one more movie, he might've made his mark but the sequel... we get BvsS; it was supposed to be Man of Steel 2 with some Batman involved but when more and more characters are added in, it became just BvsS and Superman got lost in Batman, Wonder Woman, the messy Lex, and every other set up that DCU is trying to pull.

"Bringing sexy back with a phallic symbol behind my back!"

DC needs to get back to building ONE character. With that said, what better character than someone who is by far something Marvel hasn't been able to compete with: a "Super" woman, a heroine, sexy but strong, and alluring as she is intimidating. Who better than Wonder Woman herself? Of course there is a Captain America feel to this movie, but origin story is a must. Building a character just BY HERSELF/HIMSELF is key to build a bigger world. This is what DCU needs! And if Wonder Woman is done right, this might very well be DC's opening to a better shape; I doubt they'll catch up to what Marvel has done, but hey, it can be better for DC!

I have hope~!

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Suicide Squad!

I don't think I'm going to flat out have a review for this movie since I barely have enough time to write this as it is... but, I will just say, I LOVED this movie. It had some awesome parts as well as terrible areas, but hey, what can we say about comic book movies these days? NONE of them are perfect and definitely I can knit pick what is wrong with the most 'popular' Marvel movie. Of course it seems Marvel is a bit more refined than DC these days. 

Anyways! Go watch it! Harley Quinn is awesome! 

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WONDER WOMAN

Well, I won't say much but I want them to get this right. If they manage to pull off a monumental movie in the name of Wonder Woman, that means DC has that over Marvel! So far, it looks promising. Doesn't look like there will be any bondage related homage though. 

Suicide Squad(HARLEY QUINN)

Here's another one that DC has to pull off to make things even hotter for Marvel! If they get a movie based on villains to be a hit off, Marvel has some grounds to touch on because ... well it hasn't been done! Have high hopes for this one! Harley Quinn!

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Okay so.... I'm slightly interested. I like the ambiance outside of BvsS. Interesting. Still not sure about this, but we will see how Wonder Woman goes, shall we? 

POP: (Batman vs Superman) Wonder Woman

Another POP and this time it's the Cinematic version of Wonder Woman herself (a movie I have yet to see by the way). So despite me not having any kind of reference for the costume's action dynamics aside from the trailers, I have to say, I do love this version of Wonder Woman. It pays homage to the classic Wonder Woman outfit but still make it very .... functional and theme wise it makes sense. Anyways, I should be getting the Playarts Kai of this but let me just talk about the POP version.

A normal box for POP. It shows the other figures of the wave and I have zero interest in any of them as of right now. If anything else, I will not be getting the Aquaman for sure because ... (excuse my francais) but FUCK Aquaman--Namor is better. Imperiux REX!

 

This is one of the rare times you will hear(read) me say this but the chibi ginormous head may be the first time that it takes away from a POP version of a character. I don't know why, but for some reason, Wonder Woman's head seems to really block some good visuals on the figure's aesthetics. Granted, it's not going to be super detailed, but it just seems really obstructing from certain angles.

 

But one thing I will say is that the red, blue, and gold seems to really be on par with the original colors. I guess I can't really admonish this figure because it is a POP so as a POP it is fairly good. I'll just have to talk about the aesthetics of her costume when I actually have a more 'humanoid' figure off her(PLAYARTS KAI).

Here she is next to the other Cinematic Versions of her DC mates. Out of the three, Harley is still my favorite; not because it is Harley but because of the POP itself.

There she is on my DC shelf.... something I need to do is find another shelf for these guys. So at any rate, not a bad POP. I do like the fact I have her. Hindsight, I might have gotten a different kind of 'mini' Wonder Woman figure had I known this POP version of her would not have been the best deal. Still, when I get these kinds of figures, I don't expect sexy or anything but Wonder Woman seems a bit... off. Get it if you are a fan of Wonder Woman and this version. Definitely get it if you are trying to complete the Cinematic version of the Trinity. 

Cinematic Wonder Woman

It's no secret that I am a Wonder Woman fan for many reasons. Finding out that she was going to make an appearance in Batman vs Superman gave me more reason to be excited for the movie. I mean, she just looks amazing! The way the costume is done goes well as a more 'greek/roman' ensemble but still going along the lines with the classic look and at the same time making it adequate for the modern look! And while there were many ambivalence and disdain with Gal Gadot being casted as Diana, I do have to say for someone who has only seen bits and pieces off her from the movie (haven't watched it yet), I have to say that the still images do look enticing! And luckily we just don't have to witness her in the small screen time she got in BvsS! WE have some inside look on her solo movie! Here you ago! From CW! Both pics I have has the whole 'look over to my left shoulder' going on with Wonder Woman.

So hate to say it, there's a bit of a Captain America feel to it. Now I know Wonder Woman has been around longer than Cap, but Captain America's movie: First Avenger has been the one that entered main stream for a while (Marvel's got the cinematic universe on the roll, in my opinion). But it does have potential! I mean people think so with the fan arts going out already!

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So perhaps it's too soon to be elated for this movie, but again, I am a Wonder Woman fan here! There is potential in this for sure! Some really good ways to make Wonder Woman be the forefront super heroine of the cinematic universe since Marvel is lacking that. She is after all the first Super Heroine to pave the way for others .... even if her history is tangled up with perversion. Speaking of, I wonder if they will pay homage to that? 

I highly doubt it.... because... yeah. 

No?

How about her bondage scenes in the Silver age? They were less... perverted, right?

And how about this golden piece right here? This was one of the most amazing pics I have seen when I was young. It introduced me to cleave gags! Wonder Woman is also due for a reboot for my Damsel of the Month.

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Some fifty shades? 

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Or at least have her truss up Cheetah! That would be fitting, right?

Okay, it was about her cinematic solo movie! It turned into a bondage tangent. But then again, it is my blog so it is was expected. 

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I've been a bit off on some of these news, but I suppose I can share some of the links that are highlighting some of the things coming up.

Marvelous News' Kotobukiya

Spider-Gwen Marvelous News link

Spider-Gwen has been on my Bishoujo List for a bit now. Glad we have a prototype to take a gander at. Wonder how her base is going to come out? The one similar to Spider-Woman with the storage for the alternate head would be nice.

Marvelous News' Hasbro Link

 

Just two of my favorites out of the many that are coming out. Please check out the website for all the gallery! They worked hard to get some of these pics for us! I am just sharing what they have done! 

Comic Book Resources DC toys

Now I won't get in depth with DC line ups. I'm not 100% confident with their selection just yet since I am not familiar with their products as much as I am with Hasbro (minus the Bishoujos and the playarts I do own that are DC of course). I have a couple of DC figures preordered; though this one in particular:

Oracle and Batgirl looks amazing. I'm wondering what their prices are. I should check out some of the online stores I do go through.

Well, that's all for now! Again, check out the websites for more pictures and more awesome stuff! All credit to them! 

Suicide Squad first photo

Source: IGN

It's been Marvel crazy that a moment just to take a look at what DC is up to isn't such a bad idea. So here's the Suicide Squad! I'm very interested in this movie for Harley Quinn since she has been a long time favorite of mine. I'm going to be honest that I don't know much about any of the members other than what little I read of the New 52 and watching the animated movie. Though I do know that this look is vaguely representing the Harley everyone seems to want to have(animated series version it seems), though I think it's a sexy adaptation. Let's see how this actress pulls her off though is where all that judgement should be!

Comic Book resources

Oh look! Crazy psychotic women on the team aside from Harley!