Rex Reed’s 2024 Movie Review Roundup: A Masterclass in Blistering Honesty
Rex Reed’s cinematic scalpel was particularly unforgiving in 2024, dissecting 43 films with precision that spared no ego.
Woody Allen
Woody Allen, born December 1, 1935, is an American filmmaker, writer and comedian whose career has oscillated between genius and controversy. Known for his neurotic humor and prolific output, Allen has crafted a legacy with films like Annie Hall and Manhattan, often capturing the idiosyncrasies of New York life. He once wryly observed, "I’m not afraid of death; I just don’t want to be there when it happens." Allen’s work has earned him numerous accolades, including four Academy Awards, though his career has been marked by public scrutiny and personal scandal. Despite this, his impact on film and comedy remains undeniably profound.
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‘Coup de Chance’ Is Woody Allen’s Best Film in Years
Unfairly derailed by obvious, headline-demanding personal problems, Woody Allen’s phenomenal career returns to where it should never have paused in the first place.
Can We Separate Art from the Artist? Should We?
Actors, musicians, and comedians are much more closely identified with their art than novelists are. So what happens when a talented performer turns out to be a horrible human being?
