The Woody Allen Retrospective Podcast

On this episode of adjacent we have 2 returning actors from different projects we have already discussed before joinging forces in what some would call an unlikely alliance?   In particular, we highlight Julie Delpy as the writer and director of this release which was a very pleasant surprise    Certainly, an interesting pick for this months discussion! - so let's crack on and talk about:   2012's Two Days In New York   In  "Two Days in New York," (2012) Julie Delpy reprises her role as Marion, a Parisian photographer now living in New York City with her young son from a previous relationship. She's happily settled with her new boyfriend, Mingus, a radio host played by Chris Rock. Their cozy life takes a hilarious turn when Marion's eccentric family – her father, sister, and her sister's outrageous boyfriend (who also happens to be Marion's ex) – descend upon them for a visit. The cultural clashes and unexpected drama that ensue test the couple's patience and force them to navigate "unwitting racism and sexual frankness" with all parties involved. Will their love survive the chaos of a two-day family invasion?   ___________________________________________   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/2_Days_in_New_York   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1602472/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/2_days_in_new_york   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

On this recording we are going to discuss a title with very familiar faces, adapted from an early 2000's play, touted about in London for a while - where the same actors themselves performed the material before transforming it to the big screen for this film!   Admittedly, not the most likeable story narrative.. but as always, it fostered a great conversation.. with lots to ponder   Sooooo lets dig into....  2003's - The Shape of Things   You may have also noticed at the end of the discussion we spoke about the transition of our video content - if you have been following us on youtube via Planet Tyro we thank you for subscribing and hope you follow for the future video clips on Manic Expression - links will be shared on the next release   Nothing will change here for this podcast feed - only the video content   In "The Shape of Things," (2003) unassuming college student Adam (Paul Rudd) finds his life upended by a chance encounter with Evelyn (Rachel Weisz), a captivating art student. Drawn to his shyness, Evelyn begins a relationship with Adam, but on her terms. She encourages a dramatic physical and personality transformation, pushing him to become more confident, stylish, and assertive. His friends (played by Gretchen Mol and Fred Weller) become increasingly worried as Adam's transformation becomes extreme, questioning Evelyn's motives and the impact on their friend.   ___________________________________________   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_Shape_of_Things   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0308878/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/shape_of_things   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Back for another discussion for what we consider another hidden gem with an actor in the spotlight not usually going this route.. and surprisingly not falling flat on their chiseled face for taking this chance :P   In Oscar (1991) Sylvester Stallone ditches his usual action hero persona to play Angelo "Snaps" Provolone, a hardened New York mob boss. Facing a midlife crisis and haunted by his violent past, Snaps makes a life-changing decision: he vows to go straight and become an honest businessman. The film follows Snaps' hilarious and often disastrous attempts to navigate the legal world, all while dealing with a crooked accountant, a family life filled with comic dysfunction (including a daughter with questionable taste in boyfriends), and the constant pressure from his former associates. Marisa Tomei portrays Lisa, Snaps' sharp-tongued daughter, who provides a voice of reason (and exasperation) amidst the chaos.   ___________________________________________   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/Oscar_(1991_film)   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0102603/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/1034151-oscar   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Back for another film discussion.. and this time we are diving back into the realm of lesser known films for what some consider to be a hidden gem and others a complete waste of time... lets see what we think aye?   ___________________________________________   In Julian Po (1997) Christian Slater portrays the title character, Julian, a depressed and directionless man who travels to a small, seemingly uneventful town.   Upon arrival, Julian rents a room at a boarding house. However, the townsfolk quickly become suspicious of him, initially viewing him as a potential criminal or con artist.   Things take an unexpected turn when Julian reveals possible suicidal intentions. Instead of the expected reaction, the townspeople become strangely fascinated and even sympathetic. They shower him with freebies and unsolicited advice, turning him into a local celebrity of sorts.   Enter Sarah (Robin Tunney), a beautiful and mysterious woman who claims she's been waiting her entire life for Julian. Her presence reignites a spark of life and hope within him, leading to a passionate connection, but hope may very well turn into tragedy as this small town runs wild with the celebrity and fanfare of their new visitor.   Please check the links below for full cast information and other interesting things about the film   Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Po   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0119429/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/julian_po   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Well.. as you can see on this episode we are focusing on an Actor who has stolen the attention of hollywood and audiences alike with a surprising moment of arrogance and bad judgement   Yes, i have shamelessly taken this oppertunity to talk about the 2022 Oscar slap hear around the world... but ironically - Will Smith has a perfect movie in his filmography that fits nicely as a Woody Adjacent choice... believe it or not.. this is true!    In 1993's "Six Degrees of Separation," Will Smith portrays Paul, a charismatic young man who claims a connection to a famous actor and befriends a wealthy New York couple, Flan (Donald Sutherland) and Ouisa Kittredge (Stockard Channing). His charm and cultured demeanor quickly win them over, leading them to offer him a place to stay and support.   However, their newfound friendship takes an unexpected turn. As they delve deeper into Paul's background and experiences, questions arise about his true identity which leads to interesting revelations   ___________________________________________   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/Six_Degrees_of_Separation_(film)   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0108149/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/six_degrees_of_separation     ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Back for another great discussion.. and thanks to James DW we are taking a turn for the more recent - focusing on another Woody alumni actor / director, deciding to do something much closer to home and his warm Irish heart   Apparently the Oscar folk just looove this one.. well, we assume so due to the wealthy academy nominations   Set in the late 1960s Belfast during the start of "The Troubles," Kenneth Branagh's 2021 film "Belfast" is a semi-autobiographical coming-of-age story. Told through the eyes of nine-year-old Buddy (Jude Hill), the film depicts the challenges a working-class Protestant family faces amidst escalating sectarian violence.   Buddy's world revolves around his loving parents (played by Caitríona Balfe and Jamie Dornan), his feisty grandparents (Judi Dench and Ciarán Hinds), and his first crush at school. But their peaceful life is shattered as tensions rise between Protestant and Catholic communities.   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/Belfast_(film)   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt12789558/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/belfast   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

We are back for another adjacent episode.. and this one in particular is a follow up episode ironically recorded 9 months after speaking about the previous 2 movies in this much beloved movie series.... Yes we are continuing the RICHARD LINKLATER BEFORE MOVIE SERIES   We purposefully separated this discussion from the other two films as it feels warranted in terms of story tone   Expectations for a movie can certainly lead to disappointment if you become particularly invested in the story and don't quite appreciate a tonal change..   This discussion touches on that and in all honesty it is probably more suited for the hardcore followers of this movie series   If you are one of the hardcore fans - please consider hearing us out in full before you tear us apart in the comments for our critical thoughts!   ______________________________________________________   In Before Midnight (2013) we are reunited with Jesse (Ethan Hawke) and Celine (Julie Delpy) nine years after their emotional reunion in Paris (Before Sunset). This time, they find themselves in sun-drenched Greece, navigating the complexities of a long-term relationship with their children.   As they vacation with friends, their conversations reveal the strains of parenthood, career challenges, and the lingering weight of past decisions. Jesse, grappling with his writing career, feels overshadowed by Celine's success. Celine questions their dynamic and the sacrifices made for their family life.   Despite the bickering and frustrations, their undeniable connection remains. Intimate moments of shared laughter, vulnerability, and philosophical discussions remind them of the foundation of their relationship.   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/Before_Midnight   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt2209418/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/before_midnight_2013   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Back on our first discussion for 2022 and this one is surely a doozie ;P   Upon re-listening / editing this session I think we may have rambled maybe a bit too much about our thoughts on the director himself and his motivations / methods in making this movie - but alas, eventually there is a review / discussion about this somewhat controversial dark biographical "comedy" of a film.. which we do have some appreciation for   Lets talk about 2005's - I Am A Sex Addict   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/I_Am_a_Sex_Addict   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0428649/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/i_am_a_sex_addict   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Welcome to another episode of Woody Adjacent.. and this edition is actually our last for the year of 2021.. as such, Donald has picked an arguably crowd pleasing romantic comedy to dissect featuring a Queen of 90's rom-coms!   Today we are going to talk about 1997's - Addicted To Love   We also wanted to announce that we have launched a PATREON campaign for those who are generous enough and able to contribute to our efforts financially.. now again, let me stress this - PLEASE ONLY CONTRIBUTE IF YOU CAN AFFORD TO - of course we as always appreciate those who just listen and share our content but any further support will be highly appreciated and put to good use in the further development of the podcast   https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   To keep things even neater moving forward, we have collated all of our social links, playlists and James Books for sale in one link which you can find below to connect with us directly   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro   Thank you as always for listening - we hope you have a happy holiday season and a great new year...   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/Addicted_to_Love_(film)   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0118556/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/addicted_to_love   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro

Welcome back everybody to another preposterous episode of Woody Allen Adjacent!   Before we get to our movie pick for discussion James brought up an interesting blog piece regarding Wallace Shawn's defence of working with woody allen which can be read here   https://www.thewrap.com/wallace-shawn-woody-allen-still-willing-to-work/   It was also brought to our attention that a new woody allen blu ray release is out which.. is kind of meh in terms of the titles chosen but we are still glad to see Woodys back catalogue get any love in these tumultuous times!   https://www.amazon.com/The-Woody-Allen-Collection-Blu-ray/dp/B09BTCKGM2?tag=bluray-039-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER   ANYHOOO.. lets get back to the show with another pick by James - this time we are going to talk about   2017's - The Meyerowitz Stories   What a cast for this movie indeed! - i feel like this movie has honestly not been highlighted enough... and thats why it was a great pick for our playlist   James certainly deserves a good ol pat on the back for that one.. as always.. on't forget to follow James D. Walsh on Manic Expression -  and also please do find his works on the following links   https://manic-expression.com   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCD67FxsfDTfmSm57kISYGlg   https://www.amazon.com/James-Daniel-Walsh/e/B01N7S4JFO/ref=dp_byline_cont_ebooks_1   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_Meyerowitz_Stories   IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5536736/   Rotten Tomatoes: https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/the_meyerowitz_stories   ____________________   A VERY Special Thanks to The Woody Allen Pages Website & The Woody Allen Subreddit for the continued support and info – check them out for the latest from the Woody Allen Fan Community!!   https://www.woodyallenpages.com     &    https://www.reddit.com/r/woodyallen   PLEASE LEAVE A COMMENT TO THIS OR ANY OTHER EPISODE USING OUR COMMENT SECTION VIDEO LINK HERE   >>>>>>>  https://bit.ly/warpcom   IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, PLEASE CONSIDER BUYING US A COFFEE / GIVING US A TIP VIA OUR PATREON CAMPAIGN  >>> https://www.patreon.com/woodyretro   Thanks for listening as always - we would also LOVE a review on iTunes or a 5 star rating via Spotify or whichever podcast platform you are listening on - please find all our connected links below.   >>>   https://linktr.ee/woodyretro