The Wild Women of Wongo | 1958 | Fantasy | Adventure | Romance | Camp

Name: The Wild Women of Wongo Director: James L. Wolcott Studio: Screencraft Enterprises Starring: Jean Hawkshaw, Mary Ann Webb, Cande Gerrard, Adrienne Bourbeau, Ed Fury, Rex Richards Release Date: May 1958 Runtime: 71 minutes Format: Color (Eastmancolor) Country: United States Language: English Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Romance, Camp --- Summary: Set on a mysterious South Seas island, *The Wild Women of Wongo* tells the story of a primitive tribe where all the women are beautiful but the men are brutish. Across the sea lives another tribe where the situation is reversed: the men are handsome and strong, while the women are unattractive. When the two tribes cross paths, a clash of beauty, jealousy, and survival ensues, leading to tribal battles, romantic entanglements, and a test of cultural bonds. --- Background: The film was produced during the late 1950s when low-budget, exotic-themed adventure movies gained popularity at drive-in theaters. It was shot in Florida, particularly around Weeki Wachee Springs, giving it lush jungle and lagoon backdrops without requiring expensive location filming. The movie has since become a cult classic, appreciated for its campy dialogue, colorful visuals, and over-the-top concept. --- Trivia: * The film is one of the few directorial works by James L. Wolcott. * Much of the cast had little or no prior acting experience and were chosen for their appearance rather than acting skills. * Weeki Wachee Springs, known for its mermaid shows, doubled as the tropical island setting. * The movie’s camp value has led to regular midnight screenings and inclusion in “so-bad-it’s-good” film festivals. --- Hashtags: \#TheWildWomenOfWongo #1950sCinema #CultClassic #CampMovies #AdventureFilm #DriveInTheater #SoBadItsGood #VintageFilm #Eastmancolor