I'm not a HUGE fan of Woddy Allen's work, my general problem is primarily his presence on screen.
While I can appreciate his work as a director / writer, I feel that as an actor he is a one trick pony. And unfortunately that "pony" is a sad, annoying and pathetic putz. Which can be good for a chuckle once in awhile
and in the right context, but when it's all that you do...it ceases to ammuse.
While he is slightly less annoying (then usual) here, I feel that his presence really detracts from the film.
Aside from that...the film is beautifully shot and wonderfully cast. The music is amamzing and perfectly suited to compliment the look and feel that Allen was going for.
I would have to say that while I haven't seen ALL of his films, of the handfull that I have seen...this is probably one of my top three "Woody Allen Films".
April 1, 2009
