A nervous romance.|Apr. 19, 1977|United States|93 Min.|PG
Genre: Comedy;Drama;Romance
Description: Annie Hall, released in 1977, is a classic film that delves into the complexities of relationships. The story follows comedian Alvy Singer as he reflects on the reasons behind the end of his romance with Annie Hall a year prior. Growing up in Brooklyn, Alvy often puzzled his mother with profound questions about life’s meaning, while also displaying an early curiosity about sexuality.
Alvy and Annie first meet while waiting in line for a movie, where Alvy confronts another man’s critique of Federico Fellini and Marshall McLuhan, even imagining McLuhan himself defending his work. That evening, Annie shows little interest in intimacy, leading to a discussion about Alvy’s past relationships, including his first wife’s overwhelming passion and his second wife’s lack of enthusiasm for sports and inability to achieve orgasm.
With Annie, however, things are different. The two bond over shared moments, like cooking lobster together and teasing each other about their pasts. Their connection begins when they meet during a tennis doubles game, leading to awkward small talk, a ride uptown, and eventually a glass of wine on her balcony. What starts as a casual exchange turns into a subtle flirtation, revealed through “mental subtitles.” Their first date follows Annie’s nightclub audition, where she sings “It Had to Be You.” After making love that night, Alvy is left emotionally drained, while Annie relaxes with a joint.
As their relationship deepens, Annie confesses her love for Alvy, who responds by giving her books about death and expressing that his feelings for her go beyond mere love. However, when Annie moves in with him, tensions rise. Their relationship reaches a breaking point when Alvy sees her with one of her college professors, sparking an argument about the “flexibility” they had previously discussed.
Annie Hall remains a timeless exploration of love, communication, and the complexities of human connections.
Cast director: Woody Allen
Cast actor: Woody Allen, Diane Keaton, Tony Roberts, Carol Kane, Paul Simon, Shelley Duvall, Janet Margolin, Colleen Dewhurst, Christopher Walken, Donald Symington
Original name: Annie Hall