Annie Hall

Film Review

Woody Allen’s 1977 romantic comedy Annie Hall breaks all the rules of relationships, films, and the life of New Yorkers. Allen directs, co-writes, and stars in this witty humor. Woody plays Alvy Singer, a somewhat dramatized version of himself, and Diane Keaton, his co-star, plays Annie Hall, a bright and innocent lounge singer trying to pave a path in the Big Apple. This dialogue-driven portrayal of two individuals going through a profound life-changing relationship shows us the inner dynamics of a, then, present-day relationship from beginning to end. We dive into the meeting, first dates, struggles, arguments, and life-changing moments between the brilliant Diane Keaton and Woody’s off-kilter comedy. This movie is a prime example of Woody’s directing ability. He takes us in with unusual flashbacks, breaking the fourth wall and eventually showing us just how realistic this is. A note to pay attention to is Diane’s masterful wardrobe throughout the film, having a significant influence on pop culture at the time, it put a huge mark on the film industry, and it’s power. One of the most underrated parts of this film. After release, with a budget of just 4 million dollars, it accumulated 34 million and even reached 143 million by 2013, making it the 11th highest-grossing movie of all time. This film marked Woody Allen’s dynasty and put him on top of the film industry. A must-see for any New Yorker, young and old.