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LA RECENSIONE
Allan Stewart Königsberg hits the mark once again with this "Whatever Works" from fifteen years ago.
I was convinced, except for the last two (which I promise to watch soon), that I had seen all the films directed by that formidable genius Woody Allen, but that's not the case, and I realized it today when I stumbled upon this "Basta che funzioni", a story that I do not want to describe at length here (as our Trumanboy already did so well in 2009, maybe even too well with his more than explanatory plot, bordering on spoiler).
The two actors who play the protagonists, him in the role of Boris Yellnikoff, an elderly misanthrope just dumped by his wife who has attempted suicide a couple of times, always failing, and her in the role of Melodie St. Ann Celestine, a young girl from Mississippi who has just run away from home and arrived in New York, accidentally encountering Boris who, upon request, offers her shelter.
One thing to highlight is that Boris theatrically addresses us viewers, acting as a narrator, and finally, I leave you with a line disguised as a question that Melodie's father asks a stranger in a bar while sipping drinks, and it is this "Is your mother a woman?" The answer you will only get, um, if you watch the film, and that's all…
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This review celebrates Woody Allen's film 'Whatever Works' as an overlooked gem. It highlights the dynamic between the misanthropic Boris and the young runaway Melodie, the film’s witty narration, and the humor that blends with heartfelt themes. The reviewer expresses genuine enjoyment and a desire to revisit other Allen films.
Woody Allen
Woody Allen (born Allan Stewart Konigsberg) is an American filmmaker, writer, actor, comedian and musician, active since the mid-20th century and known for a prolific output of comedies and dramas.58 Reviews
