Did Deadpool Write Deadpool? The Ultimate Meta Joke Explained

TLDRIn this video, we explore the meta humor and self-awareness of Deadpool, analyzing whether Wade Wilson himself wrote the Deadpool movie. We examine the evidence from the film, including Wade's 4th wall breaks, rewriting the script, and manipulating the narrative to create his desired happy ending. Through these elements, it becomes clear that Deadpool is in control of his own story and uses the movie as a platform to enhance his character and make himself look good.

Key insights

💡Deadpool breaks the 4th wall throughout the movie, addressing the audience and talking to us, similar to a YouTube vlogger.

🎥Deadpool's 4th wall breaks occur in real time and manipulate the narrative as it is being filmed, showing that he is in control of his own story.

✍️Deadpool's character development and abilities in the film are exaggerated versions of his comic book counterparts, emphasizing his desire to look good in the movie.

🔁The movie rewrites Deadpool's origin story to make him the star of his own story, independent of any other mutants or external factors.

❤️The relationship between Deadpool and Vanessa is a unique addition to the film, deviating from their comic book counterparts and providing a Hollywood ending for their love story.

Q&A

Does Deadpool know he is in a movie?

—Yes, Deadpool is aware of his role as a movie character and frequently breaks the 4th wall to address the audience and talk to us.

Did Wade Wilson write the Deadpool movie?

—While the movie was written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick, there is evidence that Wade Wilson, the character of Deadpool, had creative control over the film's narrative and made changes to the script, enhancing his character and story.

Is Deadpool's origin story different in the movie?

—Yes, the movie rewrites Deadpool's origin story to make him the star of his own story, independent of other mutants like Wolverine.

Is the relationship between Deadpool and Vanessa the same in the comics?

—No, the movie expands and deepens the relationship between Deadpool and Vanessa, deviating from their comic book counterparts and giving them a Hollywood ending.

Are Deadpool's abilities exaggerated in the movie?

—Yes, Deadpool's abilities in the movie are exaggerated versions of his comic book counterparts, showcasing his desire to look cool and impressive on screen.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction: Deadpool's self-awareness and meta humor

12:59The opening credits and the role of the writers

13:14Weasel's line about Agent Smith furthering the plot

13:37Conclusion: Wade's control over his own story

Browse more