TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - DC Studios announced that the latest Wonder Woman film is currently in development. Under the leadership of James Gunn and Peter Safran, this project marks a new chapter in the restructuring of the DC Universe.
Although it is uncertain who will portray Diana Prince, one thing is clear: Wonder Woman will remain a central figure in DC Studios' grand plan.
As quoted from CNA, this moment is a perfect time to review the achievements of DC films that have made history at the box office.
Quoting data from the Box Office Mojo website, here are the top 10 highest-grossing DC films of all time, where the 2017 version of Wonder Woman stands out as one of the most prominent.
1. The Dark Knight (2008) - US$533.3 million
Christopher Nolan's masterpiece remains unbeatable in the DC universe. With Heath Ledger's portrayal of the Joker winning an Oscar, this film grossed US$533,345,358 domestically, becoming the highest-grossing of all DC films. This film redefined the superhero genre with its dark realism and psychological depth.
2. The Dark Knight Rises (2012) - US$448.1 million
The epic conclusion of Nolan's trilogy garnered US$448,139,099 in North America. Despite initial doubts, the film strongly concluded with Tom Hardy's portrayal of Bane and rare themes found in blockbuster films.
3. Wonder Woman (2017) - US$412.6 million
Gal Gadot's breakthrough role generated US$412,563,408 in the U.S. Not only a financial success, it also became the highest-grossing film with a female director at the time, proving Warner Bros.' decision to highlight a female hero was appropriate.
4. The Batman (2022) - US$369.3 million
Matt Reeves' reinterpretation of Batman collected US$369,345,583 in domestic theaters. The neo-noir aesthetic and profound rhythm brought a new dimension to the mythology of the Dark Knight.
5. Joker (2019) - US$335.5 million
Todd Phillips' tragic origin story earned US$335,451,311 in North America. This dark thriller became the first DC film to surpass US$1 billion globally, pushing cultural boundaries with its dark nuances.
6. Aquaman (2018) - US$335.1 million
Jason Momoa's portrayal as the king of the sea raked in US$335,061,807 domestically. The film then soared to over US$1.15 billion globally, becoming the most profitable entry in the DCEU.
7. Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) - US$330.4 million
The clash of the two icons, starring Ben Affleck and Henry Cavill, garnered US$330,360,194 in the U.S. Despite heavy criticism, smart marketing campaigns, such as the US$170 million opening, successfully drew large audiences.
8. Suicide Squad (2016) - US$325.1 million
This antihero team film earned US$325,100,054 in the U.S. Its success reaffirmed the trend of heavily criticized blockbusters, but it still succeeded due to aggressive and viral social media marketing.
9. Man of Steel (2013) - US$291.0 million
Zack Snyder's Superman reboot collected US$291,045,518 in the U.S. Despite receiving mixed reviews, this film revived the Man of Steel for the modern era and became the foundation of the DCEU.
10. Batman (1989) - US$251.2 million
Tim Burton's gothic vision of Gotham, with Michael Keaton as Batman, concludes the list with US$251,188,924 domestically. This film paved the way for comic book adaptations with dark themes to achieve critical and commercial success.
The return of the new Wonder Woman project is not without reason. Gal Gadot has proven that this character can captivate audiences of all ages. However, with the new vision from Gunn and Safran, the upcoming film will mark a fresh start, placing Diana Prince on par with other main pillars of DC, such as Superman and Batman.
Although the film's development is progressing slowly, Gunn asserts that the direction of this project is obvious. This film will also be connected to an HBO series focused on Themyscira, the birthplace of Wonder Woman, expanding the narrative and setting of the new DC Universe.
From The Dark Knight to Aquaman, DC films have proven that their characters can dominate the box office and shape popular culture. With Wonder Woman being one of the most commercially successful, it is reasonable that high expectations await its latest version.
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