The Wild World of Batwoman

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"Beyond Wildest Dreams!"
  • G
  • 1966
  • 1 hr 10 min
  • 1.8  (4,774)

The Wild World of Batwoman is a 1966 comedy superhero film that follows the adventures of Batwoman, a crime-fighting vigilante who leads a team of female agents to stop a group of dangerous criminals. The movie is one of the many campy B-movies that were popular in the 1960s, with over-the-top acting, cheesy special effects, and ridiculous plot twists.

The film opens with a mysterious scientist, Rat Fink, creating a serum that can turn people into mindless zombies. He plans to use the serum to take over the world, and to help him in his quest, he hires a group of henchmen. When Batwoman learns of Rat Fink's sinister plan, she teams up with a group of female agents to stop him.

Batwoman is played by Katherine Victor, who delivers an amusing performance as a kind of superheroine who is part Batman, part Wonder Woman, and part bat. She wears a purple and yellow costume, complete with a cape, a utility belt, and a bat-shaped mask. Using her martial arts skills and her trusty bat gadgets, she fights off Rat Fink's henchmen and foils his evil plans.

Katherine Victor is joined by a supporting cast that includes G.J. Mitchell as her loyal assistant, Steve Brodie as the head of the female agents, and a girl group called The Furnacettes, who provide musical interludes throughout the film. The Furnacettes are dressed in matching outfits and perform catchy, if forgettable, songs that add to the film's campy charm.

As the plot of the film unfolds, the audience is treated to a wide range of bizarre and surreal scenes. There are moments of slapstick comedy, such as when Batwoman and her assistant use a giant hair dryer to escape from a trap. There are moments of absurdity, such as when Rat Fink's henchmen disguise themselves as giant mushrooms to hide from Batwoman. And there are moments of sheer weirdness, such as when a group of bikini-clad women perform a dance number in the middle of Rat Fink's laboratory.

Despite its low budget and its numerous flaws, The Wild World of Batwoman has gained a certain cult following over the years, thanks in part to its so-bad-it's-good reputation. The film is full of unintentionally funny moments, and its campy aesthetic makes it a classic example of 1960s B-movie fare. The dialogues are cheesy and filled with puns, which may not be everyone's cup of tea but for those into such humor, it can be a laugh riot.

Overall, The Wild World of Batwoman is a movie that is best enjoyed with a group of friends and a good sense of humor. It is a film that revels in its own silliness and never takes itself too seriously, making it a fun and entertaining watch. So, if you're looking for a bit of nostalgia and a good laugh, The Wild World of Batwoman is definitely worth checking out.

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Description
  • Release Date
    1966
  • MPAA Rating
    G
  • Runtime
    1 hr 10 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    1.8  (4,774)