Wanda

Synopsis

In the 1970 film 'Wanda', directed by and starring Barbara Loden, we follow the story of a disaffected woman named Wanda who drifts through life with a sense of detachment and passivity. After leaving her husband and children, she meets a small-time criminal named Norman who introduces her to a life of crime. As Wanda becomes more entangled in Norman's world, she must confront the harsh realities of her decisions. Loden's raw and naturalistic performance, combined with the film's gritty and unflinching portrayal of a woman's struggle for self-discovery, makes 'Wanda' a thought-provoking and immersive cinematic experience.

Cast

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  Barbara Loden

  Wanda Goronski

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  Michael Higgins

  Mr. Dennis

• Dorothy Shupenes

  Wanda's Sister

• Peter Shupenes

  Brother In Law

• Jerome Thier

  Husband

• Marian Thier

  Miss Godek

Reviews

Critics have praised 'Wanda' for its stark realism and honest portrayal of a woman's search for identity. The film has received positive reviews from various outlets. Rotten Tomatoes gives 'Wanda' a high rating of 92%, with critics applauding Barbara Loden's direction and performance. IMDb also rates the film positively with a score of 7.1/10. Film critic Roger Ebert described the film as 'a work of love and despair, about a woman who is locked into suffering and hasn't the spirit to free herself.' 'Wanda' has been lauded for its uncompromising vision and Loden's bold directorial debut, cementing its status as a cinematic gem from the 1970s.

See also

Gattaca

Monty Python and the Holy Grail

The Fly

The Lives of Others