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Wanda

1970Movie1 h 43 minPG

CrimeDrama
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes92%70%
80
GreatGoodWatch score
IMDb7.1Rotten Tomatoes92%70%

Summary

After a string of abusive relationships, Wanda abandons her family and seeks solace in the company of a petty criminal.

Good for

  • Thought-provoking
  • Adults
  • Solo watch

Skip it if

  • You want something to laugh at
  • You need an uplifting mood
  • You want fast pacing

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Not for warmth, comfort or laughs.

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Cast

3 of 3

Crew

Directed by
Barbara Loden
Written by
Barbara Loden
Produced by
Harry Shuster
Music by
Harvey Greenstein, Lars Hedman

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Facts

September 1, 1970 · 1 h 43 min · PG

Released
September 1, 1970
Runtime
1 h 43 min
Age rating
PG
Content
Violence, Strong Language, Disturbing Imagery
Genres
Drama, Crime
Original language
English
Made in
United States
Available in
15 countries

Tropes

Meet Cute, Parental Neglect, Bath of Poverty +9

Q&A

6 questions, like "Where can I stream Wanda?"

Questions about Wanda

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Wanda?

HBO MaxCriterion

In the United States, Wanda streams on HBO Max and Criterion. You can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Fandango At Home. It also streams in 6 other countries.

Is Wanda worth watching?

80
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes, it's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 80 (IMDb 7.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 92%). Critics rate it higher (92 out of 100) than audiences (71).

Is Wanda okay for kids?

PGViolenceStrong languageDisturbing imagery

Better for older viewers: it's rated PG in the United States for violence, strong language, and disturbing imagery, and the viewing guide lists it for adults.

Is Wanda plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (9 of 10) and pathos (8 of 10) more than on its plot.

Will I feel good after watching Wanda?

BleakHopeful

Probably not: the title analysis rates it 9 of 10 for bleakness and 9 for melancholy, against 2 for hopefulness.

What tropes does Wanda use?

Meet CuteParental NeglectBath of PovertyWould Hit a GirlCassandra TruthJerkassSleepy DepressiveRed HerringReveal ShotDull SurpriseThousand-Yard StareStress Vomitand 13 more

TV Tropes lists 25 tropes for it, including Meet Cute, Parental Neglect, and Bath of Poverty.