Zelig (1983)
The American satirical mockumentary comedy film, Zelig (1983), was written and directed by Woody Allen, who also stars in the movie. It is set in the 1920s and 1930s and follows the story of Leonard Zelig, a seemingly ordinary man with a remarkable ability to adapt his behavior and mannerisms to those around him. F. Scott Fitzgerald first notices this at a party where Zelig effortlessly blends in with the affluent guests, speaking with a refined Boston accent and sharing their conservative views. However, upon interacting with the kitchen staff, he adopts a coarser tone and reveals more liberal leanings. This unique talent soon propels him to international fame as the ‘human chameleon’.
Psychiatrist Dr. Eudora Fletcher treats Zelig for his unusual condition when he is admitted to her hospital. Using hypnotism, she discovers that Zelig’s intense desire for acceptance causes him to physically transform into whoever he is surrounded by. After successfully curing him of this compulsive behavior, Zelig goes through a phase of being intolerant and even gets into a fight over a disagreement. As the media attention around their case grows, both patient and doctor become well-known figures in popular culture. Unfortunately, fame ultimately leads to their estrangement.
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Cast:  Woody AllenLeonard Zelig  Mia FarrowDr. Eudora Nesbitt Fletcher |
The American satirical mockumentary comedy film, Zelig (1983), was written and directed by Woody Allen, who also stars in the movie. It is set in the 1920s and 1930s and follows the story of Leonard Zelig, a seemingly ordinary man with a remarkable ability to adapt his behavior and mannerisms to those around him. F. Scott Fitzgerald first notices this at a party where Zelig effortlessly blends in with the affluent guests, speaking with a refined Boston accent and sharing their conservative views. However, upon interacting with the kitchen staff, he adopts a coarser tone and reveals more liberal leanings. This unique talent soon propels him to international fame as the ‘human chameleon’.
Psychiatrist Dr. Eudora Fletcher treats Zelig for his unusual condition when he is admitted to her hospital. Using hypnotism, she discovers that Zelig’s intense desire for acceptance causes him to physically transform into whoever he is surrounded by. After successfully curing him of this compulsive behavior, Zelig goes through a phase of being intolerant and even gets into a fight over a disagreement. As the media attention around their case grows, both patient and doctor become well-known figures in popular culture. Unfortunately, fame ultimately leads to their estrangement.
