Wonder Woman: The Excellent Adventure Edit

So, this is my third review of Wakeupkeo's work. As always, my quick thoughts on the original film first. I did not like it. Like, at all. I was just happy I got to see Cheetah in a live action movie, but that was it. So we are talking about an enjoyment factor around 2. Knowing this, I knew it would be a tough save, no matter how talented the editor. I mean, if you don't like the core of the movie, trimming the fat or restructuring stuff won't reinvent the wheel. That being said, I am a huge DC fan, so I'm willing to see what can be done with a bad entry in the DCEU and generally give it a shot.

Having seen two previous edits from Wakeupkeo, both of them DC films also, I wasn't expecting anything less than perfect in the audio/visual editing side of things. And that's what I got. And the interesting thing is that this movie had the most changes of all three films that I saw, which means no matter how high the bar is, Wakeupkeo is up to the task! So job well done!!

Now to the important part, the story/narrative. Did it save it for me? No it didn't. But man was it an improvement!! I did not miss those 42 minutes of the original film for a single moment! Nor was I able to spot or "feel" any tampering, in general, throughout the movie. The story was streamlined, gone 42 minutes of bad jokes and unnecessary scenes and of course, new 80's soundtrack!

I had a couple of issues though:
- The soundtrack, although great, I found it a bit excessive. I think the movie could use a couple of songs less.
- The cat-like growling of Cheetah was smart, but I thought it became cartoony when she flat out meowed when she was electrocuted and then drowning.
- The text about Max Lord's whereabouts in the end, was also unnecessary, for me. I mean, we already don't give a damn about the guy, why should we care what he did after the incident? But even if someone liked him as a villain, I still don't think it adds something meaningful.
- Lastly, but this doesn't matter, like, at all, is the extra scene at the end. I just didn't care for that, nothing more.

Overall, if someone found the movie 'ok' and above, then you will love this and it will be your go-to version of the movie! But even if you didn't like the original, I still recommend to give a shot at this edit, it might suprise you!

Thank you Wakeupkeo and thanks to anyone who read my review!

Hated the original movie, loved the edit. The new soundtrack is better, the creepy body snatcher is gone, the weird Apex predator line bye bye.... excellent work !

When WW84 was released I tought it was a mess. Too long and boring, Diana is a rapist and a lot more of stupid stuff. Seeing this Wakeupkeo fanedit is like watching a less stupid mess. Don´t get me wrong, I still think the movie is garbage but that is the writers and director´s fault not Wakeupkeo´s. His fanedit is way more entertaining and intelligent than the official release, all the new songs work great, the new credits look very professional and it felt like I was watching a professional studio release! The only thing that dragged me out of this feeling was the credits over Max and his son (they felt too rushed in my opinion). And I loved the cat noises from Cheetah! hahaha

short quick review....
If you haven't watched WW84 yet, DON'T... watch this edit instead!
If you loved the first WW and hated WW84, watch this edit!

While still not an "awesome" movie, this edit did the best it could to make this movie somewhat actually enjoyable... some great music additions. Loved the Weird Science addition!!! The VH song came out in '86, but since the "84" was dropped from the title.... it works!!!
Some smart cuts to the movie as well... goodbye, creepy body-stealer Steve!

Overall, this is definitely "an-almost awesome" adventure that's worth checking out...

I didn't like WW84 when I saw it, and watching it again with a critical eye before this edit, I liked it even less. The pacing is a mess, the tone bounces between overwrought and goofy, and just overall the movie is just a missed opportunity.

So I came into this edit expecting better, but not really hoping for anything great. And then the opening scene set to Material Girl started up, and I was hooked. Really, the whole movie benefits immensely from the more bombastic style each song presents.

The editing also in this movie is great. If I hadn't just watched the original I doubt I would have noticed any cuts, and even with my knowledge there were plenty of times that I couldn't even remember what went because of how seamlessly it worked. And between then cuts and the music, this movie actually gave me moments of emotions, and the final moment where Lord removes his wish actually gave me some goosebumps.

All in all, I think Wakeupkeo has delivered the best version of this movie that is possible. I can't wait to make my way through the rest of his DCEU edits.