Sheena
Sheena

Sheena

1984Movie117 minEnglish

Sheena's parents are killed while on Safari. She is raised by the mystical witch woman of an African tribe. When her foster mother is framed for the murder of a political leader, Sheena and a newsman, Vic Casey, are forced to flee while pursued by the mercenaries hired by the real killer, who hopes to assume power. Sheena's ability to talk to the animals and knowledge of jungle lore give them a chance against the high tech weapons of the mercenaries.

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IMDb4.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes10%
Metacritic36/100
Google Users45%
Director: John GuillerminGenres: Action, Adventure, Fantasy

Plot Summary

Sheena, a warrior queen raised in the African jungle by a witch doctor, dedicates her life to protecting her people and their land from corrupt forces. When a ruthless businessman seeks to exploit the jungle for its valuable resources, Sheena must embark on a perilous mission to thwart his plans and expose his treachery, facing dangerous obstacles and betrayals along the way.

Critical Reception

Sheena was largely panned by critics upon its release, with many finding its plot predictable and its execution lacking. While some acknowledged Tanya Roberts' physical performance, the film was generally seen as a weak attempt at an action-adventure movie, failing to capture the spirit of its comic book origins.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its nonsensical plot and poor pacing.
  • Tanya Roberts' performance was seen as a bright spot but couldn't salvage the film.
  • The action sequences were considered uninspired and poorly choreographed.

Google audience: Audiences found the film to be a disappointing and unengaging jungle adventure, with many pointing to a weak storyline and a lack of compelling action. While some appreciated the visual elements, the overall sentiment was that it failed to deliver on its premise.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for a Golden Globe for Best Original Song ('For Just One Night').

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in Kenya, and the production faced challenges including dealing with wildlife and ensuring the safety of the cast and crew.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

_**Just imagine a female Tarzan**_ With slight modifications, Sheena is basically a female version of Tarzan and was the first female comic book character with her own title, debuting in 1937 in Great Britain and 1938 in America. The f...