Review of Manhattan (1979) by Nick C — 11 Aug 2016
A brilliant romance between New York (Diane Keaton) and Allen, who masterfully portrays both one's natural love for, and natural longing to leave New York City. Allen's use of black and white filming and Rhapsody in Blue in the beginning underscores the idea of people over romanticizing the city, and also explains the unanimous love for New York City. However, just like in his relationship with Tracy (Mariel Hemingway) Allen wants to break away, and move on. A beautiful parallel. Allen also accurately portrays the personality of many New Yorkers.
"Well, I don't get angry, okay? I mean, I have a tendency to internalize. I can't express anger. That's one of the problems I have. I-I grow a tumor instead.".
- Woody Allen.
As somebody with a father who grew up in New York City, this line couldn't be more accurate. Truly the New Yorker way.
Allen makes few mistakes in this film -- it was very deftly done. Definitely one of my top films of all time.
This review of Manhattan (1979) was written by Nick C on 11 Aug 2016.
Manhattan has generally received very positive reviews.
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