Annie Hall (1977)
The American satirical romantic comedy-drama film, Annie Hall (1977), was directed by Woody Allen and co-written by Allen and Marshall Brickman. Its main character, comedian Alvy Singer, reflects on his past relationship with Annie Hall that ended a year ago. Growing up in Brooklyn, he often challenged his mother with existential questions. While waiting in line for ‘The Sorrow and the Pity’, they overhear a man criticizing Federico Fellini and Marshall McLuhan’s work. In his mind, Alvy imagines inviting McLuhan himself to confront the man’s lack of understanding. That night, Annie shows no interest in having sex; instead, they discuss Alvy’s previous unsatisfying marriages. His first wife lacked passion, while his second was a New York writer who didn’t like sports and struggled to reach orgasm.
Annie brings a fresh dynamic to their relationship. Together, they enjoy preparing a meal of boiled lobster. He playfully mocks her past relationships with unconventional men. Their initial encounter occurred while playing doubles in a game of tennis with mutual friends. After the match, they make small talk and she offers him a ride uptown, followed by a glass of wine on her balcony. What began as casual conversation soon turns into flirty banter, conveyed through subtle ‘mental subtitles’. Their first official date takes place after Annie’s singing audition at a nightclub where she performs ‘It Had to be You’. After their night of intimacy, Alvy feels overwhelmed while Annie relaxes with a joint. She later confesses her love for him, but he expresses his feelings are much more than just love by gifting her books on death.
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Cast:  Woody AllenAlvy Singer  Diane KeatonAnnie Hall  Tony RobertsRob  Carol KaneAllison  Paul SimonTony Lacey  Janet MargolinRobin  Christopher WalkenDuane Hall  Colleen DewhurstMom Hall |
Shelley DuvallThe American satirical romantic comedy-drama film, Annie Hall (1977), was directed by Woody Allen and co-written by Allen and Marshall Brickman. Its main character, comedian Alvy Singer, reflects on his past relationship with Annie Hall that ended a year ago. Growing up in Brooklyn, he often challenged his mother with existential questions. While waiting in line for ‘The Sorrow and the Pity’, they overhear a man criticizing Federico Fellini and Marshall McLuhan’s work. In his mind, Alvy imagines inviting McLuhan himself to confront the man’s lack of understanding. That night, Annie shows no interest in having sex; instead, they discuss Alvy’s previous unsatisfying marriages. His first wife lacked passion, while his second was a New York writer who didn’t like sports and struggled to reach orgasm.
Annie brings a fresh dynamic to their relationship. Together, they enjoy preparing a meal of boiled lobster. He playfully mocks her past relationships with unconventional men. Their initial encounter occurred while playing doubles in a game of tennis with mutual friends. After the match, they make small talk and she offers him a ride uptown, followed by a glass of wine on her balcony. What began as casual conversation soon turns into flirty banter, conveyed through subtle ‘mental subtitles’. Their first official date takes place after Annie’s singing audition at a nightclub where she performs ‘It Had to be You’. After their night of intimacy, Alvy feels overwhelmed while Annie relaxes with a joint. She later confesses her love for him, but he expresses his feelings are much more than just love by gifting her books on death.
