Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior

Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior

Pretty. Tough.

Directed by John Laing

Produced by Disney Channel, Rubicon Films

200691 min6.2 / 10

A lighthearted family comedy about a popularity-obsessed teenager learning martial arts and self-discovery through the mentorship of a mysterious monk.

It is the story of an average, popular American teenager named Wendy Wu who discovers that in order to win the coveted crown she must first learn the way of the warrior. Wendy Wu has a one track mind, and that track leads directly to the title of homecoming queen -- no unscheduled stops, and no unnecessary detours. When a mysterious Chinese monk named Shen arrives to mold Wendy into a fearless kung fu warrior, however, her royal aspirations suddenly jump the track as she desperately attempts to juggle her boyfriend, her homework, and of course, the fierce competition to become homecoming queen. Now, as Wendy begins to train her mind, body, and spirit in the ancient tradition of the martial arts and her inner warrior gradually begins to emerge, the girl who once obsessed over popularity finally begins to put that popularity into perspective as she gradually realizes what truly matters in life.

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  • Does Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior end with hope? Yes, very. More hopeful than 97% of films.

  • Is Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior easy watching? Yes, very. More comforting than 95% of films.

  • Is Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior sad? Barely. Less sad than 89% of films.

  • Is Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior scary? Barely. Less frightening than 84% of films.

  • Is Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior violent? About average. Almost exactly mid-range.

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