Whether it's Princess Diana, Diana Prince, or Wonder Woman, the character proved to be a powerhouse and inspirational character for audiences of all ages. Played by Gal Gadot, Wonder Woman showcased her morals from the very moment fans were introduced to her on Themyscira in 2017.
Since her on-screen debut, the demigod became a superhero for all and has many inspiring qualities that stand out from movie to movie. Not only is she skilled in combat, but she also believes in whatever good humankind has to offer. She also fights for those who can't for themselves. Quite a powerful role model, wouldn't you say?
Willing To Go Into Uncharted Territory
Many fans can agree that one of the most jaw-dropping and impactful moments from Wonder Woman is when she goes into "No Man's Land" during a battle. Steve explains that soldiers have been on the battlefield for months with no luck in advancing forward.
This is no problem for Diana as she takes the leap into the dangerous terrain. She knows she is the only one who can help the soldiers get the breakthrough they need. It's an impactful scene to see Diana sprint across the field and protect all the soldiers from the gunfire. It just proves how brave and selfless she was.
Makes People Feel Good About Their Profession
This quality is a small pick me up that made audiences crack a smile. But it also showcased how happy it makes someone when you compliment their work. As Diana and Steve are headed to the train station, she is offered an ice cream cone, which Steve decides to buy for her.
When Diana tries it, she is blown away by the sweet and creamy flavors. So enamored, she tells the vendor that he should be proud of his work. It's heartwarming to see the vendor smile with glee and thank Diana. It just shows how far a bit of kindness can go.
Inherent Need To Care For Others
Fans know that Diana is a kind soul with an inherent need to care for others. This is displayed when she and the team are resting for the night. The Scottish marksman, Charlie, is skilled with a gun but is haunted by what he's seen and done.
While taking a rest, Charlie starts to have nightmares of his past. Diana, being the kind person she is, tries to soothe him and tell him it's alright. Despite Charlie brushing her away, she doesn't take it as an offense. Diana even aids in liberating the nearby village of Veld because she couldn't stand the thought of any villagers being hurt. Her comion was wholesome.
Protect The Innocent When They Can't
A huge reason why fans fell in love with Diana is because of her willingness to leave her life behind to go defeat Ares. Diana is aware that the world she just learned of doesn't know the real reason behind the war. Having no real knowledge of anything beyond Themiscira, she ventures anyway to save humankind.
Many can say that her involvement helped establish a better future. By the end of the movie, Diana gives a monologue saying she will always fight on the behalf of humankind. She will fight for those who can't defend themselves and be their warrior in a way.
Doesn't Conform To Gender Stereotypes
A comical moment in the movie is when Diana gets a makeover to look like a "respectable lady" of the time period. But Diana isn't so enthused seeing as all the garments aren't battle-ready. She finds their restrictiveness ridiculous. It's a fun play at the impractical feats woman needed to go through to look "proper."
Before this, fans learn Diana was raised to be an independent woman. While traveling out of Themyscira, Diana reveals that men aren't a necessity to her people, except only for procreation. Diana also reveals that she has been trained from a young age to protect herself and showcases her abilities when the two are attacked. Fans love that she doesn't conform to the stereotypical gender roles. Rather, she is a fierce and heroic warrior.
She Remains Level Headed And Tries To Diffuse Situations
Audiences rarely see Diana lose her cool - the only exception being at the end of the movie when she sees Steve's plane explode. However, in Justice League, Diana always seem to be the most composed and level-headed.
When resurrecting Superman, everyone else is a bit freaked out. Diana takes charge and tries to get Kal-El to think reasonably and calm down. Diana was even the voice of reason about the possible deadly effects that could come with using the mother box. She often tries to talk out situations that are boiling over.
Accepting Of Teamwork
An endearing quality about Diana is that she's willing to help others or a team to save the world. She's not a "solo" hero who thinks she needs to do things on her own.
Diana was more than willing to aid Bruce in the battle and help bring together the other Justice League . She even makes a speech in the hanger that she's with him until it's done. Diana even shows up to aid Batman and Superman in defeating Doomsday.
Doesn't Think Herself As Better Than Anyone
From Wonder Woman to Justice League, Diana never gives off the impression that she thinks too highly of herself. There are only small notions in the first movie only because it's the first they ever see someone like her. She's also aware that she's one of the few people with the abilities to defeat a god. But it never goes to her head.
The same is said for the following two movies. Diana never considers herself to be superior to anyone else on the team - even with Bruce Wayne. This might be because Diana acknowledges that she's just as humane as them. She suffered the loss of a great love that broke her heart. In a conversation with Bruce, she its that she did better in the shadows. But it then led to questioning how Diana stayed hidden for so long.
Doesn't Take No For An Answer
Since childhood, fans saw that Diana was a resilient child. She also wasn't one to take no for an answer. Especially when regarding a given right she had just like any other Amazon. Queen Hippolyta forbade Diana to learn combat and weaponry.
Diana learned anyway in secret. The same can also be said when Hippolyta forbade her to leave the island to help Steve. Diana saw a greater purpose and left anyway, knowing she could help. Steve also told her no many times, but Diana would have none of it.
Never Lost Her Morals
It's safe to say that Diana was a bit sheltered on Themyscira. She never saw a real battle or an enemy. When leaving the island, her eyes were opened to the cruel world. One riddled with death and war. Diana saw the soldiers returning home looking beaten and wounded. Ares even tried to convince her that humankind all have evil inside them that they choose to act upon.
Despite seeing the cruel reality of what the world can be, even after losing Steve, Diana kept her morals. She further believed that humankind is good and bad. She even refuses to kill the scientist, itting that humanity isn't perfect, but they do have the potential to be so much more. In the end, she believes in love.
