Club Random with Bill Maher

Woody Allen | Club Random with Bill Maher

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Sep 1, 2025
In a candid chat, Woody Allen, the legendary filmmaker known for classics like Annie Hall, shares insights into his creative process and the evolution of comedy. He discusses his 'do less' rule and aversion to rehearsals, reflecting on the contrasts of Manhattan's gloom versus sunshine. Woody also delves into the allure of classic cinema and explores aging, AI, and the bittersweet nature of love in films. He teases his upcoming novel, 'What’s with Baum,' while sharing humorous takes on the current film landscape and nostalgia for Bob Hope.
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ANECDOTE

Playing Clubs During Kennedy Assassination

  • Woody Allen describes playing a Hollywood club the day Kennedy was assassinated.
  • He recalls being told on the phone and briefly watching TV before returning to work on a script.
INSIGHT

Reality Versus Fantasy Tradeoff

  • Fantasy comforts but ultimately leads to madness; reality, though painful, is necessary.
  • Woody frames art and life choices around the tradeoff between illusion and unbearable truth.
ADVICE

Acting Direction: Do Less

  • Do less as an actor to create more believable performances.
  • Woody Allen repeatedly tells actors his single direction: do less.
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