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Annie Hall is one of the truest, most bittersweet romances on film. In it, Allen plays a thinly disguised version of himself: Alvy Singer, a successful--if neurotic--television comedian living in Manhattan. Annie (the wholesomely luminous Dianne Keaton) is a Midwestern transplant who dabbles in photography and sings in small clubs. When the two meet, the sparks are immediate--if repressed. Alone in her apartment for the first time, Alvy and Annie navigate a minefield of self-conscious "is-this-person-someone-I'd-want-to-get-involved-with?" conversation. As they speak, subtitles flash their unspoken thoughts: the likes of "I'm not smart enough for him" and "I sound like a jerk". Despite all their caution, they connect, and we're swept up in the flush of their new romance. Allen's antic sensibility shines here in a series of flashbacks to Alvy's childhood, growing up, quite literally, under a rumbling roller coaster. His boisterous Jewish family's dinner table shares a split screen with the WASP-y Hall's tight-lipped holiday table, one Alvy has joined for the first time. His position as outsider is incontestable when he looks down the table and sizes up Annie's "Grammy Hall" as "a classic Jew-hater".
The relationship arcs, as does Annie's growing desire for independence. It quickly becomes clear that the two are on separate tracks, as what was once endearing becomes annoying. Annie Hall embraces Allen's central themes--his love affair with New York (and hatred of Los Angeles), how impossible relationships are, and his fear of death. But their balance is just right, the chemistry between Allen's worry-wart Alvy and Keaton's gangly, loopy Annie is one of the screen's best pairings. It couldn't be more engaging. --Susan Benson
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16:9 Wide Screen
French\German\Italian\Spanish
English\German
English
Region 2
Mono English French German Italian Spanish
Mono
Original Theatrical Trailer
Booklet
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
This film started my love affair with Woody Allen. He was always in the periphery of my circle of reference but it wasn't until a few months ago that I bit the bullet and bought Annie Hall. It sat with my other DVDs until I decided to watch it and this was probably one of the best decisions I've made this year.
It's a genuinely touching love story, the original rom-com if you will, you have to think that this film was made before all the others of it's genre, if it came out now you could argue it was formulaic but it isn't, it invented the formula because it works so well. The main character bumbles through life being angular and awkward, nervous and paranoid but ultimately loveable and he stumbles upon Diane Keaton's character who is naive and sweet. If you don't see yourself in one character or the other then you're not looking hard enough. There are some classic moments in this film that you'll recognise from all the references you've heardand there are some scenes I go onto YouTube and watch when I'm feeling down that cheer me up no end.
It's a totally beguiling, charming and awkward film in all the best meanings of those words.
It's a genuinely touching love story, the original rom-com if you will, you have to think that this film was made before all the others of it's genre, if it came out now you could argue it was formulaic but it isn't, it invented the formula because it works so well. The main character bumbles through life being angular and awkward, nervous and paranoid but ultimately loveable and he stumbles upon Diane Keaton's character who is naive and sweet. If you don't see yourself in one character or the other then you're not looking hard enough. There are some classic moments in this film that you'll recognise from all the references you've heardand there are some scenes I go onto YouTube and watch when I'm feeling down that cheer me up no end.
It's a totally beguiling, charming and awkward film in all the best meanings of those words.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Just to add my voice to the choir: Quite simply one of the best films
about romantic relationships ever made. Brilliantly written.
Brilliantly acted -- Diane Keaton is tremendous, the supporting cast is
full of gems and Allen himself takes the leap to present himself as a
real (if funny) human being and not a walking joke. And brilliantly
photographed by the great Gordon Willis of 'The Godfather' and many of
most important films of the 70s and 80s.
Wildly funny and ultimately heartbreaking. It's hard to imagine anyone
who has ever been in love, or struggled through grown-up relationships
NOT identifying with a lot of this film. I loved it in my late teens
when it first came out, and I love it even more 32 years later. Every
time I see it I notice different details, depending on my own current
life experiences. A film of enormous wit, humor, invention, and
understanding of the human heart. Its completely unique, playful and
idiosyncratic in style and approach, but that experimentation somehow
only makes it more accessible and universal. If you haven't seen it,
you owe yourself a try, even if you're not a Woody Allen 'fan'. And if
you saw it long ago, it may be time for another look.
BTW the US, reportedly region free blu-ray is a very nicely done step up.
Is this a reference quality disc that will blow you away? No. But the gains
in depth, clarity, richness give the film more immediacy, and certainly make
the blu-ray worthwhile if you love the film. (Of course, as always
with Woody there still are no extras. Sigh...)
about romantic relationships ever made. Brilliantly written.
Brilliantly acted -- Diane Keaton is tremendous, the supporting cast is
full of gems and Allen himself takes the leap to present himself as a
real (if funny) human being and not a walking joke. And brilliantly
photographed by the great Gordon Willis of 'The Godfather' and many of
most important films of the 70s and 80s.
Wildly funny and ultimately heartbreaking. It's hard to imagine anyone
who has ever been in love, or struggled through grown-up relationships
NOT identifying with a lot of this film. I loved it in my late teens
when it first came out, and I love it even more 32 years later. Every
time I see it I notice different details, depending on my own current
life experiences. A film of enormous wit, humor, invention, and
understanding of the human heart. Its completely unique, playful and
idiosyncratic in style and approach, but that experimentation somehow
only makes it more accessible and universal. If you haven't seen it,
you owe yourself a try, even if you're not a Woody Allen 'fan'. And if
you saw it long ago, it may be time for another look.
BTW the US, reportedly region free blu-ray is a very nicely done step up.
Is this a reference quality disc that will blow you away? No. But the gains
in depth, clarity, richness give the film more immediacy, and certainly make
the blu-ray worthwhile if you love the film. (Of course, as always
with Woody there still are no extras. Sigh...)
11 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
What is there to say? If you haven't seen this film, you really don't know what you're missing. This is Allen's most celebrated masterpiece, and shows Diane Keaton and Woody at their best (Keaton's singing voice is as uplifting as her acting!). The relationship between Alvy Singer and Annie Hall is portrayed with the closest attention to detail, so that whether it is waiting in line to see a movie, buying books for one another, persuading Annie to take up an academic course or photographing Alvy during a very amusing lobster incident, the result is highly effective. You know, it's like the old Groucho Marx joke: "I don't want to join any club that will take me as a member"; this is Alvy's maxim; a man who is never satisfied, but always wants invitations! Annie, the nightclub singer, is, at the same time, just like Alvy and nothing like him - what is it they have in common? The answer is their individuality. From the moment Annie utters her non-sensical phrase, "La Di Da", Alvy is in awe. It is a relationship of mutual appreciation as much as it is companionship. The relationship is doomed to fail, but the journey from friendship to love, and love to friendship, and - guess what? - friendship to love again is compelling to watch. Alvy can't communicate with other women in the way that he does with Annie, to the point that there is no room for laughter: [Alvy] "I haven't been myself since I quit smoking" [Some girl] "O, when did you quit smoking?" [Alvy] "Sixteen years ago" [Some girl] "Wait, I don't get it. Is it a joke?". Well, you decide. This film is one on many levels, with Freudian undertones, and musical overtones, and each viewing is a new experience. What if Annie had married Alvy, for example? Her name would, ironically, be Annie Singer! See this film, or don't call yourself a Woody Allen fan!
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Charming, delightful and very funny
Annie Hall is a rather odd film, with Allen's character - a neurotic Jewish comedian, that must have been a stretch for him to play - frequently addressing us directly, in one... Read more
Published 1 month ago by flahr
One of the really great fims
Annie Hall is just a very special film. It's humour is ever present sometimes obvious, sometimes so subtle. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Andrew Godwin
Alvy Loves Annie
A terrific film from 1977, and it's all been said before - Best picture and best director for Woody Allen, Best actress for Diane Keaton and Best original screenplay for Woody and... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Frank48
Funny Moments, But Not One of Woody's Best
Speaking as long-time fan of Woody Allen's work (both his 'funny' and 'serious' films), his 1977 Oscar-winning film Annie Hall is not one of my particular favourites. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Keith M
Good comedy rather than all time classic
I was slightly disappointed after watching "Annie Hall". It is touted as one of the all time great films. Read more
Published 7 months ago by haunted
The comedy classic that never was...
Having previously been a big fan of Woody Allen's written work but never having witnessed any of his unique brand of paranoid sex-obsessed, death-obsessed self-hating Jewish humour... Read more
Published 10 months ago by C. Smith
The famous Oscar winner but is it Allen's best?
Just got this DVD to replace our old VHS one. Love the colour and sharpness against the murky old tape we were used to. You get scene access and the original trailer. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Philoctetes
Very refreshing!
It must be said that I approached Woody Allen's most famous film with a degree of caution. I had, before watching, been under the misapprehension that his films were pseudo... Read more
Published 17 months ago by West - Side Glory
Great film
This film is great! very funny the scene where alvie is recognised by a fan is
hilarious. This film has ignited a fresh new interest in woody allen as a comic
and... Read more
hilarious. This film has ignited a fresh new interest in woody allen as a comic
and... Read more
Published 20 months ago by Mr. C. W. Allen
Rubbish!
Apologies to Woody Allen fans out there but in my opinion Annie Hall is the most overrated film ever. It beggars belief how this could win awards and receive so much acclaim. Read more
Published 22 months ago by Lord Kinky Gallupstien
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