The PBS series Independent Lens is running an episode this week about Wonder Woman. Based on the promos, it's about how the image and concept of Wonder Woman inspires real women to be stronger and to not feel that they can't or shouldn't be dynamic forces in the world. It's not necessary for a female to be Wonder Woman, just as it's not necessary for a male to be Batman. (I personally decided not to be Batman the first day in gym class when I was confronted with a rope climb.) But women should all be reminded that they don't have to be victims and male-dependent and I think that's great and it's darn near the only thing l like about Wonder Woman except the neat visual. Here's a preview…
