Annie Hall
Considered to be “Woody Allen's breakthrough movie” (Time Magazine), Annie Hall won four Oscars, including Best Picture, and established Allen as the premier auteur filmmaker. Thought by many critics to be Allen's magnum opus, Annie Hall confirmed that he had, “completed the journey from comic to humourist, from comedy writer to wit [and] from inventive moviemaker to creative artist” (Saturday Review). Alvy Singer (Allen), is one of Manhattan's most brilliant comedians, but when it comes to romance, his delivery needs a little work.
Introduced by his best friend, Rob (Tony Roberts), to the ditzy but delightful nightclub singer, Annie Hall (Diane Keaton). No sooner is Alvy in love, when his own insecurities sabotage the affair, forcing Annie to leave Alvy for a new life – and lover (Paul Simon) – in Los Angeles. Knowing he may have lost Annie forever, Alvy's willing to go to any lengths – even driving L.A.'s freeways – to recapture the only thing that ever mattered … true love.
Critic Reviews:
- " There is so much to love, admire and enjoy about Annie Hall. Incredibly, it's also important and groundbreaking at the same time. " – Matt Neal
- " Simple in story, complex in construction, and unquestionably innovative in style. " – Mike Massie
- " [Woody Allen's] most recognizable film, the one that he is most associated with. " – Allen Almachar
