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A profoundly influential romantic comedy of its time, and it's made quite a few greatest films of all time lists. It's unique in many ways. Its documentary-style editing. Scenes being out of order and having flashbacks. Breaking the fourth wall. Scenes being abstract (i.e. characters traveling to the past and dissociating from their body).
On my end, I acknowledge the brilliance of the directing, and the many well-written comedic moments in it. And while I liked individual scenes in it, I never felt immersed in the story as a whole.
It seems like this movie was designed to be relatable for anyone experienced unrequited love (or an unfulfilling relationships, past its honeymoon phase). But I just don't find this relatable.
While other viewers laugh, I'm facepalming and rolling my eyes. Go to therapy and have some self-reflection instead of trying to change your partner. And maybe vet your partner better and see if you're actually both compatible before going into a relationship with them.
It's not surprising that a man who is misogynistic, jealous, controlling, condescending, pretentious and inconsiderate of his partner's needs is having difficulty maintaining a relationship. Many of these traits go beyond just being quirky or a bit dense; but rather they show an utter contempt for women. (Considering the creepy aspects of Woody Allen's personal life, maybe this isn't just acting)
Diane Keaton's performance is excellent, she has the charisma, fun and energy. She convincingly portrays a woman who is genuinely trying to make a relationship work, but it just fundamentally not attracted or interested in the person.
This movie is both a brilliant and a slog. 6/10
On my end, I acknowledge the brilliance of the directing, and the many well-written comedic moments in it. And while I liked individual scenes in it, I never felt immersed in the story as a whole.
It seems like this movie was designed to be relatable for anyone experienced unrequited love (or an unfulfilling relationships, past its honeymoon phase). But I just don't find this relatable.
While other viewers laugh, I'm facepalming and rolling my eyes. Go to therapy and have some self-reflection instead of trying to change your partner. And maybe vet your partner better and see if you're actually both compatible before going into a relationship with them.
It's not surprising that a man who is misogynistic, jealous, controlling, condescending, pretentious and inconsiderate of his partner's needs is having difficulty maintaining a relationship. Many of these traits go beyond just being quirky or a bit dense; but rather they show an utter contempt for women. (Considering the creepy aspects of Woody Allen's personal life, maybe this isn't just acting)
Diane Keaton's performance is excellent, she has the charisma, fun and energy. She convincingly portrays a woman who is genuinely trying to make a relationship work, but it just fundamentally not attracted or interested in the person.
This movie is both a brilliant and a slog. 6/10
