Laugh Out Loud: The 10 Funniest Lines from Woody Allen’s ‘Sleeper’ (1973)
Sleeper moves so quickly that some of its best jokes barely have time to land. These are ten lines that still make Woody Allen’s 1973 comedy so funny.
God, Faith and Organised Religion in Woody Allen’s Films
Woody Allen has spent much of his career worrying about God. His films return again and again to faith, mortality, moral judgement and what happens when nobody is keeping score.
Sleeper (1973) — A Nostalgic Look at the Future
Woody Allen wakes up 200 years in the future and finds that technology may have changed, but human nature hasn’t.
Why the French Love Woody Allen
From Midnight in Paris to Coup de chance, explore France’s enduring affection for Woody Allen’s films — their romantic imagination, philosophical humour and love of Paris.
Woody Allen and the Art of the Ensemble Cast
How Woody Allen uses ensemble casts in Hannah and Her Sisters, Bullets Over Broadway and Radio Days to create layered stories in which every character matters.
Which Is the Better Film: Annie Hall or Manhattan?
Annie Hall and Manhattan were released just two years apart, yet they feel completely different. From comedy and performances to music, cinematography and endings, which one comes out on top?
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Long-form writing on the films, performances, themes, music and creative collaborations that continue to make Woody Allen’s work worth discussing.