Review of Hannah and Her Sisters (1986) by Eric F — 16 Aug 2008
One of Woody Allen's best films, certainly of the 80's if not of all. A great ensemble piece with great acting from all concerned.
Hannah (Mia Farrow) is married to Michael Caine, her sisters played by Barbara Heshey and Diane Weist are both very different to the straight laced Farrow. The plot follws the sisters as their lives cross and inetrmingle with an array of different men and family members.
The cast are excellent. Michael Caine shows that when he's given a decent script can turn in a great performance, in fact he won best supporting actor for this part. Diane Weist was also brilliant as the aloof sister who flits between men and jobs throughout the film.
Woody Allen, unsurprisingly playing a hypochondriac sketch show writer is great as he too tries to come to turns with the meaning of life, before switching from being a Jew, to Roman Catholic, to Hare Krishna.
Also very good was the reclusive artist boyfriend of other sister Lee, played by Max Von Sydow.
A great film all round from a great writer and director.
This review of Hannah and Her Sisters (1986) was written by Eric F on 16 Aug 2008.
Hannah and Her Sisters has generally received very positive reviews.
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