Review of Manhattan (1979) by Marcus W — 30 May 2009
Woody Allen's "Manhattan", besides being a love letter to his city of inspiration, is a song of regret for the death of old fashioned values about love, sex, fidelity, and romance. Allen's character struggles to accept the changing face of the society (and city) he grew up in, albeit with his trademark brand of neurotic humour.
To contrast the decay of the social morals from a bygone era, Allen paints a visually arresting picture of New York that's soaked in nostalgia, complete with a slew of memorable Gershwin favourites that make up the film's soundtrack.
This review of Manhattan (1979) was written by Marcus W on 30 May 2009.
Manhattan has generally received very positive reviews.
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