A Rainy Day in New York Review: Knobby Allen
The only surprise of A Rainy Day in New York is Woody Allen’s apparent uninterest in young people.
Midnight in Paris
Making Sense of Irrational Man
To get the most out of Woody Allen's Irrational Man, it helps to know the legendary director's past work.
Midnight in Paris Review
Gil and Inez are on a trip to Paris, tagging along with her parents. It's evident from the start that their personalities clash. He is a successful Hollywood screenwriter in the middle of writing his first original novel, while she scoffs at her fiancé's new occupational wishes. After a less than cordial dinner with some new acquaintances, Gil goes for a walk around the city, finally stopping at an nondescript staircase. As a nearby clocks chimes midnight, an old-fashioned car pulls up and a stranger beckons Gil inside.
May Films To See
I realize I'm about a week late for the start of the month, but I just bought a baby bulldog, so when you have your own poop factory to take care of, feel free to criticize. Lots to like this month: a summer tentpole, a B movie starring Roy Batty; even a Terrence Malick sighting. Perhaps even more incredible is that someone hired Mel Gibson for something.
