Contains graphic imagery of removal of human spine and other gore
How much I loved Zack Snyders Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice And be smart turn on The death of Superman storyline, a hard-hitting quote from Wonder Woman Had me craving a more permanent ending for the Man of Steel. This quote is from what I consider one of DC’s best Black Label series, providing ample source material for a gritty-dark movie haunted by the specter of Superman.
Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer’s Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #3 continues the journey of Diana Prince as she awakens from a centuries-long slumber to find her friends gone, Earth reduced to a wasteland, and her memories incomplete. Determined to discover what happened to the world and why Superman didn’t save it, she travels to the Fortress of Solitude in search of the Man of Steel. However, instead of finding her long-time friend, Diana encounters a Superman-esque android and is faced with a horrifying truth –Clark is dead, and she was the one who killed him.
Wonder Woman drops hard-hitting quotes that deserve their own R-rated movie
“There will be no man to help us on our quest. Only his bones. And a beautiful memory.” – Diana Prince in Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #3
When Diana’s memories return, she recalls the fight with Clark that erupted after humans launched nuclear warheads targeting the Amazons. Diana charged Clarke with defending the people, leading to a confrontation in which she ultimately triumphed. Now, removed from the emotions that drove her to kill Superman, she is horrified and devastated by what she has done. After a moment of self-pity, she resolves to fight the mutants currently plaguing Earth and save what remains of the world. When one of Diana’s companions wishes Superman was still around, Wonder Woman responds, “There will be no man to help us on our search. Only his bones. And a beautiful memory”.
This quote is deeply hard-hitting, and its emotional impact increases when Wonder Woman removes Superman’s spine and skull to connect with the Lasso of Truth, creating the ultimate weapon. This moment stands out as one of the most grim-dark yet badass scenes I’ve ever read in comics, making me instantly eager to see it unfold on the silver screen. The quote itself carries deep emotion and tells its own story, reflecting Wonder Woman’s decision to take necessary actions and subtly recognize her love for her friend. It serves as an apology, a declaration and a promise to do better, all in one.
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DC needs to expand its animated movie line-up to include Black Label series
I usually hate stories centered around major character deaths, though Johnson’s story in Wonder Woman: Dead Earth Made me long for a film haunted by the Man of Steel’s specterWithout the typical resurrection three. Of course, permanently killing off Superman in the DCU’s mainstream movie universe would spark outrage among fans, and rightfully so. That’s why I suggest putting this potential movie outside the main universe, similar to how Matt Reeves’ The Batman exists in its own separate domain. By doing so, DC could offer fans a gritty, unprecedented storyline without facing the backlash of permanently killing off Superman.
Even if DC isn’t ready to commit to an entirely new movie universe, Adapting Wonder Woman: Dead Earth in an Other worlds Animated film remains a viable optionSimilar to how DC approached Batman: Gotham by Gaslight. DC’s lineup is overflowing with incredible Other worlds and Black Label stories rich with movie potential. However, the publisher has yet to fully capitalize on the groundbreaking storylines for film adaptations. Wonder Woman: Dead Earth Could serve as an excellent starting point for DC, given its action-packed story that is sure to attract a sizable audience and justify the investment in its adaptation.
Dead Earth is full of hard-hitting visuals that would look great on the big screen
Daniel Warren Johnson’s Dark Wonder Woman Story was born to become a movie
One of the most striking elements of Johnson’s Wonder Woman: Dead Earth is its graphic, haunting visuals. Iconic scenes, such as Superman’s skeleton sitting alone on his throne, the sea of ​​bodies surrounding the Fortress of Solitude, and Wonder Woman ripping the Man of Steel’s spine from his body, are just a few examples of the unforgettable images that would be Translated into strong. Cinematic moments. The visuals not only reimagine Superman and his lore in unprecedented ways, but would also promise to capture audiences, drawing them to theaters for a dark and gripping experience. Wonder Woman / Superman Film.
Wonder Woman: Dead Earth #3 is available now from DC Comics.