Wonder Women
Wonder Women

Wonder Women

1987Movie93 minCantonese

This is an outrageous comedy about seven days in the life of two girls Leung and Ling, who want to skyrocket to the top by entering a beauty pageant. Both girls are ballyhooed as the hottest contestants, but at the end neither can make it to the top 5! What's more, Ling is dumped by her boyfriend, and gets fired at the same time. Being afraid of going home to get along with her father. Leung gives her a hand, inviting Ling to stay with her in her roof-top bungalow. Then they begin their days of similar conscious degradation, which force them to become best friends. But their friendship becomes short-lived when they run into a handsome and well-built young man Wong. They start to vie for his attention and his sex. However, before the climax of their war comes, they find out that he's a dawdler. Shattered by the fact, the two girls eventually come to team with one another.

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IMDb6.5/10
Director: Brenda Lilly, Linda Day, Robert S. Man, Philip Spink, Ray Austin, John C. Choe, Stanley Siegel, Michael Soles, Tony Wilson, Alan J. Levi, Arnold Laven, Richard A. Colla, Charles S. Dubin, Bob SweeneyGenres: Action, Adventure, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama

Plot Summary

The Amazon princess Diana, living on an idyllic island, possesses extraordinary strength, speed, and agility. When a downed American pilot crashes nearby, she learns of a global conflict and decides to use her powers to fight evil. Returning with him to civilization, she becomes Wonder Woman, a champion for justice, battling Nazis and other threats while navigating the complexities of the modern world.

Critical Reception

Wonder Woman (1975-1979) was a beloved television series that captured the imagination of audiences with its empowering female lead and classic superhero narrative. While critical reception varied over its run, it was widely praised for Lynda Carter's iconic portrayal and its positive messages. The show maintained a strong following throughout its broadcast and continues to be fondly remembered.

What Reviewers Say

  • Lynda Carter's portrayal of Wonder Woman is widely considered definitive and iconic.
  • The show successfully translated the superhero's appeal to the television medium, balancing action with a strong moral compass.
  • While sometimes campy by modern standards, its positive themes and empowering representation resonated with viewers.

Google audience: Audiences fondly remember Wonder Woman for Lynda Carter's charismatic performance and the show's classic superhero adventures. Many appreciate its nostalgic value and the enduring appeal of its themes of justice and female empowerment.

Fun Fact

The iconic costume worn by Lynda Carter was designed to be flattering while also adhering to a more modest aesthetic than modern superhero costumes, with a skirt and higher neckline added for the initial television pilot before reverting to a more traditional leotard for the series.

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