This is a frustrating element about Wonder Woman 1984. While weād imagine sheās lived an interesting life away from Steve in between the ā20s and the ā80s, and has moved on, there is a part of Dianaās arc that feels like we havenāt fast-forwarded a lifetime. I believe this unintentionally happens as the filmmakers set up the specific story of Wonder Woman 1984 and Dianaās wish specifically. But the problem remains as Chris Pineās character enters the fold and becomes a character who accounts for some toned-down action sequences with the hero, who seems to be losing her powers every day she spends with him. Throughout the movie, Diana is realizing she cannot have both. She cannot truly be who she needs to be with Steve Trevor by her side. For both Wonder Woman and WW84, before it can reach its stunning conclusion with Diana kicking ass on her own, she has to have a key moment with Steve that emotionally motivates her to finish the job.
