The Woody Allen Retrospective Podcast
Cinema loving schlubs that discuss, review, critique and debate the finer points of EVERY Woody Allen production. Alternatively, we also talk about other film projects we find has adjacent qualities to Woodys work or writing style - this includes submissions and suggestions from our lovely subscribers and humble listeners
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5 days ago
5 days ago
Welcome back to the Woody Allen Retrospective Podcast for another episode of Woody Allen Adjacent!
On this adjacent episode we take a reddit recommendation for a movie that looks and sounds very much like films Woody has made in the past.. in fact, this may very well be a 'homage' to such Woody Allen movies: Manhattan and or Annie Hall!
However... upon watching.. it became clear to us this might just be one of the most disappointing, perplexing and just poor adjacent type films we have ever seen, putting adjacent aside, its generally a terrible film in the genre of romantic comedies
We are by no means film experts but as fans of the genre that have seen and discussed MANY films of this ilk, its quite astounding to see just how bad this one was to watch.
We don't believe we have been this critical since our very first adjacent discussion on Lous CK's 'I Love You Daddy'
Let us give praise where it is due thought - props to Scott Miller who was Director of Photography, the visual presentation is actually decent....
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Anyhoo, here are the links we mentioned in the opening news section of the show!
Rebecca Hall: I regret apologising for working with Woody Allen (Article Link)
- https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/nov/17/rebecca-hall-i-regret-apologising-for-working-with-woody-allen
By The Way Woody Allen Is Innocent Documentary Update (Video)
https://youtu.be/WH_LtT0JT54?si=C-S6v6Jrh4eWYDQA
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Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manhattan_Romance
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2608324/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/manhattan_romance
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Friday Oct 25, 2024
Friday Oct 25, 2024
Welcome back to another SPOOKY edition of the Woody Allen Retrospective Podcast
Last time, our favourite cohost with the Most: James, suggested that he would bring up a movie in the horror genre. A genre Woody Allen never quite made a feature film in
Hence James thought he would bring up an interesting title we imagine woody may have done in an alternate universe.. ALSO, our Ai assistant conjurers up a complete original(ish) horror movie idea, laid up with a full cast and plot
This was definfitely a fun experimental discussion, and the movie in question is a damn good horror comedy in its own right, we HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT
In fact, lets see if we can leave some links below on how you may find it....
https://www.justwatch.com/uk/movie/the-final-girls
Thanks as always for listening - leave a comment below if you have a similar type suggestion, or just interact with us - we would love and appreciate your engagement!
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Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Final_Girls
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2118624/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_final_girls
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Thursday Sep 26, 2024
Thursday Sep 26, 2024
A warm welcome back to all our lovely podcast listeners
We are back after we were unable to record last month, this was due to some personal stuff on Don's part. So as you can see from the title this is going to be a NOT WOODY ACTUALLY episode
As always with NWA we talk a bit outside the norm, giving updates on the podcast Monetization situation, other minor updates.. and then for the main event we have a double adjacent-ish discussion on 2 movies. The first being a patreon request from a while ago.. and the second is a movie Don is somewhat fond of.. he just feels that movie may have been a half baked basis for a Woody Adjacent discussion.
On the next episode James is doing something different with a horror themed movie he feels Woody Allen could have created (in a parallel universe?)
You Know what... lets throw the question out to YOU are lovely listeners... what horror movies have you seen in your movie adventures you feel Woody Allen may have tackled, whether conceptually or loosely... again, see it as an alternate universe question.. we want to hear your thoughts on this specifically - leave your thoughts here > https://bit.ly/warpcom
Thanks for listening as always, please check out our associated links below as always!
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Cool Woody Allen interview from 1979
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIfwVXk_CKI&t=3s
Coup De Chance is currently Streaming for Free on Tubi (As of 20/09/2024)
https://tubitv.com/movies/100026984/coup-de-chance
Upcoming Woody Allen Book By Famous Biographer - Woody Allen: Life and Legacy: A Travesty of a Mockery of a Sham By Patrick McGilligan
https://www.harpercollins.com/products/woody-allen-life-and-legacy-patrick-mcgilligan?variant=41526421979170
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The Brothers McMullen Links
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Brothers_McMullen
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0112585/
Living Out Loud Links
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Living_Out_Loud
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0120722/
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Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Sunday Jul 28, 2024
Welcome back ladies and gents to another episode of Woody Adjacent!
Soo much is happening in the world of related entertainment and politics it seems we just had to address a portion of it as it relates to certain aspects of our podcast
So... starting with Alec Baldwins RUST court case which has now come to a sudden and eventful close. As Mr Baldwin is clearly one of Woody Allens biggest public supporters and listeners still want to hear our take on this eventful case closure
Moving on from there we pick up with our Ai Podcast assistant's movie choice of the month... that being 1999's American Beauty.
The starring lead in said movie, Kevin Spacey is yet another controversial figure we needed to further discuss, not only in relation to the chosen movie pick but also in terms of his ongoing blacklist backlash causing much discourse in the fiery court of public opinion
There is just soo much to discuss on this episode it surely now becomes one of our longest episodes in our catalogue
We hope you enjoy, please consider leaving a comment using our special link below as well as our other related links below!
In American Beauty (1999) Kevin Spacey stars as Lester Burnham, a disillusioned middle-aged man who has a thankless job and beleives he is trapped in a loveless marriage with his materialistic wife, Carolyn (Annette Bening). As a midlife crisis unfolds, Lester becomes infatuated with their teenage daughter's best friend, Angela (Mena Suvari), which further sparking a desire to reclaim his lost youth and inner happiness.
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Please Find Links To The Other Sources / Audio Clips Mentioned in This Episode
Piers Morgain Kevin Spacey Interview: https://youtu.be/qktc4-9mXXc?si=bUJSqVCNgXM4mKog
Alec Baldwin Case Close Breakdown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZSEa0GiWXYA
Dr Grande On Alec Baldwin Case Close: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6xeYO13p3HM
American Beauty: Meaning of Rose Essay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XvTwjusPAlM
Kevin Spacey Court of Public Opinion - Piers Aftermath - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QWe2PLhvnMU
Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Beauty_(1999_film)
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0169547/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/american_beauty
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Friday Jun 28, 2024
Friday Jun 28, 2024
Welcome back ladies and gents to another episode of Woody Adjacent!
On this episode our co-host with the most James has chosen to discuss a very recent Oscar winning movie based off a somewhat popular novel from the early 2000’s. It was a great conversation to have even given the somewhat uncomfortable realities the movie satirizes and asks us as the viewer to confront
It’s actually quite refreshing to see the extremely positive reception to this movie and we definitely ponder how its implications relate to Woody Allen and the Hollywood industry on a whole
In American Fiction (2023) Award-winning professor Monk Ellison (Jeffrey Wright) feels stifled. His acclaimed novels lack commercial success, and publishers reject his latest work for not conforming to tired racial stereotypes. Fed up, Monk hatches a plan. He anonymously writes a scathing satire under a pseudonym, "My Pafology," exploiting every cliché about Black life the industry craves. To his surprise, "My Pafology" becomes a runaway bestseller, lauded by white critics who miss the satire entirely.
While Monk wrestles with guilt and frustration over his fake identity his family life also begins to further crumbles as his siblings and mother face medical instability and a new relationship becomes more difficult to navigate in line with his pseudo success.
Please find the links mentioned and or played from this episode below:
Colour of Conversation Panel Full Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cGYfffhCdPY
Sterling K. Brown and Jeffrey Wrigh Letterboxd Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E0VdfTkvLq8
Jeffrey Wright On Seth Meyers - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3fOYIBOcFo
Upcoming Animated VoiceOver: https://variety.com/2024/film/news/woody-allen-mr-fischers-chair-animated-short-concept-art-coproducers-1236028079/
Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_Fiction_(film)
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt23561236/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/american_fiction
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Tuesday May 28, 2024
Tuesday May 28, 2024
Welcome back ladies and gents to another episode of Woody Adjacent!
On this episode Don is up for the movie choice and he has chosen 2023's Dream Scenario. Its another great conversation where this movie touches on some interesting social commentary giving us even more meat on the bone for our discussion
We also announce the podcast is in the process of introducing ads at the very start and end of the show - please consider supporting the show using the links below
Links mentioned / played in this episode below
Tiff Panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TAS4gvJdJo
Collider Interview: https://youtu.be/N21tq-rjv0M?si=0Xus9OWd6K8tNtPe
Movie Guy Interview: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YNT4Lk9UEbY
Scarlett Jo Ai News Update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mDL1vhE5F5Y
Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dream_Scenario
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt21942866/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/dream_scenario
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Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Sunday Apr 28, 2024
Welcome back ladies and gents to another episode of Woody Adjacent!
This time we come back to our Ai Companion's recommendation of the very well loved movie: Get Shorty (1995)
As well as talking about the original 1995 film adaptation, we also get into a discussion on the much HATED sequel 'Be Cool' (2005) and lastly the more recent fresh TV adaptation created in 2017
It's always interesting to see what the Ai comes up with after analysing Woody Allens Filmography and writing style... its even more fun hearing its reasonings for picking the film itself, which it does!
Get ready for a fun ride and another great conversation :)
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In Get Shorty (1995) Chili Palmer (John Travolta) is a Miami loan shark with a secret dream. Stuck collecting debts for a ruthless mob boss (Dennis Farina), Chili gets sent to Los Angeles to track down a down-on-his-luck producer named Harry Zimm (Gene Hackman) who owes a hefty gambling debt.
Upon arriving in Hollywood, Chili quickly realizes the film industry is surprisingly similar to the criminal world he knows. He finds himself navigating a landscape of broken promises, shady characters, and desperate hustles. However, Chili's brash confidence and knowledge of the "business" side of things strangely changes his fortune and unlikely partnerships lead to unexpected opportunities for Chilli in Hollywood!
Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Get_Shorty_(film)
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0113161/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/get_shorty
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Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
The Woody Allen Retrospective Podcast is very excited to present our long awaited discussion for Woodys 2023 French Feature: Coup de Chance
During this episode we also had a great time reacting to a screening press conference for the movie where Woody answered many burning questions we had regarding the making of the movie - please find the link below for the conference in full and the many other things we reference in this episode!
..and lastly, you can rest at ease as this is a mostly SPOILER FREE discussion right up until the 57:40 mark which we then specifically state we will get into plot spoiler territory!
Thanks as always for listening and supporting the show.. enjoy :)
Coup de Chance Press Conference - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1WimwOoCuLg
Should Directors Retire Early or Keep Making Movies - https://youtu.be/mrmBc7JP7CM?si=UHk1FV1nrW7AZFSg
Cantaloupe Island Live - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2VN8zH366M8
US3 - Cantaloop (Flip Fantasia) Video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JwBjhBL9G6U
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In "Coup de Chance" (French for "Stroke of Luck") a seemingly happy couple's life takes a dramatic turn when Fanny (played by Lou de Laâge) bumps into Alain (Niels Schneider) a former high school classmate and they reconnect after multiple meetings. Alain, an aspiring writer, rekindles a spark in Fanny's life and their friendship blossoms into infidelity, leading them down a path of risky decisions, potentially leading to criminal tragic consequences.
Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Coup_de_chance
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt15140278/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/coup_de_chance_2023
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Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
Tuesday Feb 27, 2024
On this episode we are doing a supporter request from our ongoing patreon campign.
In truth, we get quite a few requests for Woody Allen Adjacent that don't quite fit the bill, but in this case we just could not ignore the ensemble cast and woody like setting - a worthy candidate for this project from the outset.....
How did we feel about it though? >_< lets see...
In Queens Logic (1991) a group of childhood male friends reunite for an upcoming wedding. Beneath the celebratory facade, each friend grapples with personal challenges and hidden emotions. Al (Joe Mantegna), the life of the party, hides a strained marriage beneath his womanising facade. Dennis (Kevin Bacon), a musician returned from Hollywood, faces the ghosts of his past. Vinny (Kenneth Mitchell), a struggling actor, yearns for more than one-night stands. Eliot (John Malkovich), the lone gay member of the group, confronts his loneliness and societal pressures and the groom to be appears have wedding jitters related to his artistic dreams of being a successful painter.
As the festivities unfold old wounds resurface, secrets are revealed and relationships are tested, all done through humour, introspection and a very QUEENS like state of mind.
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Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Queens_Logic
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102741/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/queens_logic
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Saturday Jan 27, 2024
Saturday Jan 27, 2024
A very happy new year 2024 to all our fellow listeners and subscribers!
Today we are starting the year off with a bigger project from our co-host James, as it is his month of choice for the decided movie discussion. As such, James has chosen a British movie series that is a recut of an existing television series focusing on two comedians playing fictional versions of themselves. Its a fun one to start the year off with for sure... lets dig in!
In "The Trip" (2010), comedian Steve Coogan embarks on a culinary tour of northern England with his frenemy, fellow comedian Rob Brydon. While ostensibly reviewing restaurants for The Observer, their journey becomes a hilariously melancholic exploration of friendship, aging, and artistic validation.
Please check out the links below for the full cast, user reviews, ratings and info you may find interesting
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Trip_(2010_film)
IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1740047/
Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_trip_2011
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CHECK OUT JAMES NEW PODCAST: AGE BEFORE BEAUTY: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cuWEZJdGVY
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