Wendy Wu: Homecoming Warrior

Pretty. Tough.

2006 • 91 min • Family · Action · Adventure · TV Movie · Comedy

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Synopsis

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.

Our family guide

Best from age 7

Movie Knight Score

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Wendy Wu is a popular teenager focused on becoming homecoming queen until a monk reveals she is a reincarnated warrior destined to fight an ancient evil. She must balance her normal life with rigorous martial arts training to protect the world. The film blends teen comedy with martial arts action as Wendy discovers her true purpose.

Violence & peril: 3/10
Language: 1/10
Drinking, drugs & smoking: 0/10
Romance & sensuality: 1/10
Scary moments: 2/10

Heads up

Some comedic martial arts fighting
Brief moments of peril with a supernatural antagonist
Mild teen romance

What it models well

Self-discovery and inner strength
Responsibility and duty
Friendship and teamwork
Cultural heritage

Talk about it after

What it means to be a hero
Balancing different parts of your life
The importance of discipline and practice

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