Professor Marston and the Wonder Women

Overview

Dr. William Marston, a Harvard psychologist and inventor, navigates a groundbreaking yet tumultuous life in the early 20th century. His pioneering work led to the creation of the modern lie detector, but his most lasting legacy is co-creating Wonder Woman in 1941. The film explores Marston's unique relationship with his wife, Elizabeth, and their mutual partner, Olive, whose influences shaped both his personal and professional endeavors. Their story intertwines themes of love, feminism, and societal norms, ultimately revealing how these remarkable women inspired the iconic superheroine.