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Wonder Women
Dr. Tsu is a brilliant surgeon with her own exotic island off the coast of Manila. Using her sexy, all-girl army of martial-arts experts, Tsu kidnaps some of the world's greatest athletes. She is able to transplant any body part, so she uses the athletes for spare parts to sell to the world's richest men. Mike Harber is a womanizing, wise-cracking insurance investigator for Lloyd's of London sent to Manila to investigate the disappearance of a jai-alai player, and becomes involved with Dr. Tsu's mad mission.
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Plot Summary
This adult drama follows the story of a group of women who run a secret organization dedicated to sexual liberation. They operate a black market for sexual services and information, often encountering dangerous situations and moral dilemmas.
Critical Reception
Critically, 'Wonder Women' (1973) was not widely reviewed by mainstream critics due to its adult nature and limited distribution. Contemporary accounts suggest it was viewed as a low-budget exploitation film, catering to a niche audience interested in its mature themes and content.
What Reviewers Say
Appreciated for its bold exploration of sexual themes for its time.
Criticized for its low production values and exploitation elements.
Google audience: Audience reception is sparse, with mentions of its experimental nature and adult content being the primary points of discussion.
Fun Fact
The film was directed by Charles Marowitz, an American playwright and critic known for his avant-garde work, which this film deviates from considerably.
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