Wonder Woman: Bloodlines – WISE Score & Parent Review | Screenwise

Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

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52%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

Wonder Woman mentors a troubled teen in this DC animated film that critics liked more than actual viewers did.

5.9/10

88%

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Wonder Woman: Bloodlines

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PG-13, 2019

52%

WISE Score

Avg. Tomatometer

Wonder Woman mentors a troubled teen in this DC animated film that critics liked more than actual viewers did.

5.9

88%

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Screenwise Verdict

Here's the thing: critics gave this 88% but actual viewers rated it 5.9/10 on IMDb and a dismal 2.6/5 on Letterboxd. That gap tells you everything—this is probably one of those DC animated films that checks boxes on paper (strong female hero! mentorship! redemption!) but fails in execution.

The core concept is solid: Wonder Woman helping a troubled young woman escape a villain organization. But when audiences consistently rate something this low despite positive themes, it usually means wooden dialogue, rushed character development, or just plain boring pacing.

If your kid is a die-hard Wonder Woman fan, they'll probably sit through it once. But don't expect them to ask for a rewatch, and don't be surprised if they're on their phone halfway through. There are better DC animated films out there.

Age Fit

Best for ages 10-14 who are already into DC superhero content. The mentorship angle and troubled teen storyline skews slightly older than typical Wonder Woman fare, but the low entertainment scores suggest even the target audience may find it forgettable.

WISE Breakdown

Wholesome

Features a strong female hero mentoring a troubled young woman, modeling compassion and second chances. However, the tone skews darker with Villainy Inc. as antagonists, and the emotional complexity around Vanessa's troubled past may feel heavy. Pacing is action-focused rather than reflective, which is standard for DC animated films but doesn't leave much room for deeper character moments.

Imaginative

Standard superhero fare with mythological elements tied to Wonder Woman's origin, but doesn't break new ground in the DC animated universe. The Villainy Inc. concept offers some creative villain team-up potential, but execution feels formulaic. No invitation for creative expression or exploration beyond passive viewing of familiar action sequences.

Safe

Common Sense Media rates it 12+, suggesting moderate action violence typical of DC animated films. No sexual content or nudity expected, but animated superhero violence can be intense with punches, explosions, and peril. The 'troubled young girl' storyline likely involves some emotional intensity or darker themes. Mixed critical reception (5.9 IMDb, 2.6 Letterboxd) suggests execution may be uneven, potentially making some sequences feel jarring or poorly paced.

Enriching

Themes of mentorship, redemption, and helping those who've lost their way offer some ethical depth. Wonder Woman as a role model for strength and compassion provides positive representation. However, the low audience scores (5.9 IMDb, 2.6 Letterboxd despite 88% RT critics) suggest the execution falls flat—likely heavy-handed messaging or weak character development that undermines the potential takeaways. Entertainment value appears compromised.

Parent Info

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Why It Might Be Great

Strong female superhero modeling compassion and giving second chances to those who've made mistakes
Mentorship storyline between Diana and Vanessa offers themes of redemption and believing in people
Action-packed superhero sequences for kids who love DC characters and mythology
No sexual content or inappropriate material beyond age-appropriate superhero violence

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What to Watch For

Moderate animated violence with punches, fights, and peril—standard DC animated fare but not for sensitive younger kids
The huge gap between critic scores (88%) and audience scores (5.9 IMDb, 2.6 Letterboxd) suggests this one probably drags or feels poorly executed
Darker tone with villain organization and troubled teen storyline may feel heavy for younger viewers
At 78 minutes it's short, but low engagement scores suggest it might still feel long

Conversation Starters

"What do you think made Vanessa join the bad guys in the first place?"
"If you had Wonder Woman's powers, how would you help someone who was making bad choices?"
"Why do you think Diana believed Vanessa could change when others didn't?"
"What's the difference between giving someone a second chance and letting them take advantage of you?"

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