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Wanda

Wanda

19706.81h 43m

Overview

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

Directed by Barbara Loden
Written by Barbara Loden
Produced by Harry Shuster
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Top Cast

Barbara Loden

Barbara Loden

Wanda Goronski

Michael Higgins

Michael Higgins

Mr. Dennis

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Dorothy Shupenes

Wanda's Sister

P

Peter Shupenes

Brother In Law

J

Jerome Thier

Husband

M

Marian Thier

Miss Godek

Valerie Mamches

Valerie Mamches

Girl in Roadhouse

A

Anthony Rotell

Tony

M

M.L. Kennedy

Judge

G

Gerald Grippo

Court Clerk

Themes & Keywords

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About Wanda

Wanda is a drama, crime film released in 1970 exploring themes of pennsylvania, usa, thief, travel, woman director. Directed by Barbara Loden, it stars Barbara Loden, Michael Higgins, Dorothy Shupenes. After a string of abusive relationships, Wanda abandons her family and seeks solace in the company of a petty criminal.

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