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"Professor Marston and the Wonder Women" (2017) is a biographical drama directed by Angela Robinson that explores the life of Dr. William Moulton Marston, the creator of the iconic comic book character Wonder Woman. The film focuses on the unconventional relationship between Marston, his wife Elizabeth (played by Rebecca Hall), and their lover Olive Byrne (played by Bella Heathcote). Marston, a Harvard psychologist, is not only known for his academic achievements but also for his progressive views on sexuality and feminism, which influence the creation of the superhero Wonder Woman.

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Movie Review: Professor Marston and the Wonder Women โ€“ Howard For Film

The film delves into the complexities of Marston's relationships with both Elizabeth and Olive, which are central to the narrative. Marston and Elizabeth have a deeply intellectual and emotionally close bond, while Olive, a student of Marstonโ€™s, becomes a part of their unconventional domestic arrangement. Together, the three form a unique family dynamic, navigating the challenges of societal judgment and personal desires. Their open relationship, both emotional and sexual, is a source of tension and controversy, especially in the conservative 1940s society.

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Professor Marston and the Wonder Women (2017) โ€“ filmcentric

As Marston begins to create Wonder Woman, the character is influenced by the ideals of feminism, strength, and independence that he and his partners share. The film highlights how the themes of bondage, empowerment, and submission in Wonder Womanโ€™s comics were reflective of the complex sexual dynamics within Marstonโ€™s life. Despite the characterโ€™s success, Marstonโ€™s personal life and the unconventional nature of his relationship with Elizabeth and Olive come under scrutiny, ultimately leading to challenges in his career and personal life, including the disapproval of the comic book industry and societal backlash.

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Professor Marston and the Wonder Women also explores the emotional toll of living in a time when non-traditional relationships were seen as scandalous. Elizabeth and Olive support Marston through his struggles, but they each have their own emotional battles, revealing the layers of love, jealousy, and loyalty within their relationship. The film portrays their bond as an essential part of Marstonโ€™s creative process, suggesting that the freedom of their relationship allowed him to create a character that embodied equality, strength, and compassion.

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'Professor Marston and the Wonder Women' trailer

In the end, Professor Marston and the Wonder Women not only provides insight into the creation of Wonder Woman but also portrays the intimate, groundbreaking relationship between a visionary man and the women who supported him. The film challenges traditional notions of love, sexuality, and family, while celebrating the pioneering work of Marston and his partners in creating one of the most enduring and influential female superheroes in pop culture history. It paints a complex portrait of Marston, Elizabeth, and Olive, as well as the societal constraints that sought to limit their unconventional love and the revolutionary impact they had on both the world of comics and gender equality.

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