by Woody Allen (Author)
New York comedian Alvy Singer reflects ruefully upon a failed relationship. When he first met Annie Hall on a tennis date, she was an insecure wallflower in trousers, vest and tie. But they shared a self-deprecating sense of humour, plus certain deep-seated neuroses, and love soon blossomed. Alvy supported Annie's hopes for a singing career and encouraged her to broaden her talents. But ironically, her increasing self-assurance, coupled with Alvy's obsession with death and his seeming inability to enjoy himself ('Life is divided between the horrible and the miserable'), spelt trouble for their affair. Annie Hall is a bittersweet comedic masterpiece, rich in irony, invention, romantic insights and classic Woody Allen one-liners. It won Academy Awards for Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay and Best Picture of 1977.
Format: Paperback
Pages: 128
Edition: FF Classics
Publisher: Faber & Faber
Published: 21 Feb 2000
ISBN 10: 0571202144
ISBN 13: 9780571202140
Book Overview: Annie Hall is the screenplay to Woody Allen's classic film, a bittersweet comedic masterpiece and winner of 1977 Oscars for Best Director, Best Actress, Best Original Screenplay an Best Picture.